What is the cheapest way to get from Loches to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Loches to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Loches to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Loches to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Loches and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Loches to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Loches and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Gare de Tours 5 and Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Loches to La Rochelle?

The distance between Loches and La Rochelle is 294 km. The road distance is 222.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Loches to La Rochelle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 22m and costs €50 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Loches to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Loches to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loches to La Rochelle bus from?

Loches to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Loches station.

Where does the Loches to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Loches to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Tours station.

Can I drive from Loches to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Loches to La Rochelle is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Loches to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3253+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Loches to La Rochelle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Loches to La Rochelle by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Loches to Toursbus Autocar
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
4h 22m
€53–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loches to Toursbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h
€19–47
Drive 222.5 km
1. Drive from Loches to La Rochellecar 222.5 km
2h 31m
€36–51

Loches to La Rochelle by bus and train

18Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Loches, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a bus from Loches to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Tours, Gare de Tours 5, Vaucanson, and Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station in around 6h.

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