What is the cheapest way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Le Havre and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Le Havre station to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Le Havre - Bus Station and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Le Havre and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Le Havre to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Le Havre and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Saint-Lazare and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

The distance between Le Havre and La Rochelle is 697 km. The road distance is 469.2 km.

How do I travel from Le Havre to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs €70 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Le Havre to La Rochelle bus from?

Le Havre to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Le Havre - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Le Havre to La Rochelle train from?

Le Havre to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Le Havre station.

Train or bus from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Le Havre to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Le Havre to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles station.

Where does the Le Havre to La Rochelle train arrive?

Le Havre to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St Lazare station.

Can I drive from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Le Havre to La Rochelle is 469 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Le Havre to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Le Havre to La Rochelle?

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Le Havre to La Rochelle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Le Havre to Paris St Lazaretrain 3108 / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
6h 23m
€72–207
Bus via Nantes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Le Havre to Nantesbus 730
2. Take the bus from Nantes to La Rochellebus N723 / ...
9h 15m
€29–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Le Havre to Nantesbus 730
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
8h 41m
€31–111
Drive 469.2 km
1. Drive from Le Havre to La Rochellecar 469.2 km
5h
€71–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Le Havre - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-Batignollesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 10m
€37–67

Le Havre to La Rochelle by train and subway

49Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Le Havre to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 697.2 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Le Havre, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Le Havre to La Rochelle Ville via Paris St Lazare, Saint-Lazare, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Le Havre - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles in around 9h 10m.

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