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

The cheapest way to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €18 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €65.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Le Mans and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Le Mans to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Le Mans and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Le Mans to La Rochelle?

The distance between Le Mans and La Rochelle is 362 km. The road distance is 277.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €30 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Le Mans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Le Mans station.

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

Le Mans to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Le Mans station.

Train or bus from Le Mans to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €30 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Le Mans to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Le Mans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Le Mans to La Rochelle train arrive?

Le Mans to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from Le Mans to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Le Mans to La Rochelle is 278 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Le Mans to La Rochelle.

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

Book your Le Mans to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Le Mans to La Rochelle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2383+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Le Mans to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Le Mans and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Le Mans to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Le Mans to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 Mans to NantesTgv
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle591A / ...
4h 1m
€34–88
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mans (Le) to La Rochelle277.5 km
3h 43m
€18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Le Mans to La RochelleN723
4h 45m
€26–40
Drive 277.9 km
1. Drive from Le Mans to La Rochelle277.9 km
2h 53m
€43–62

Le Mans to La Rochelle by train

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4h 1mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 362.2 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Le Mans to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Le Mans to La Rochelle once daily. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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