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 €21 - €55 and takes 6h 2m.

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 2m.

Is there a direct train between Loches and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Loches to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Loches and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Tours and St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Loches to La Rochelle?

The distance between Loches and La Rochelle is 296 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 train which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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 do I catch the Loches to La Rochelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Loches to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Loches to La Rochelle is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €55 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Loches to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loches to La Rochelle train arrive?

Loches to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), 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.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3294+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Loches to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Loches to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Loches to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
4h 13m
€64–102
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 2m
€21–52
Drive 222.5 km
1. Drive from Loches to La Rochellecar 222.5 km
2h 31m
€35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Loches to Toursbus
2. Take the train from Tours to Poitierstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
5h 19m
€44–102

Loches to La Rochelle by train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.6 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Loches to La Rochelle Ville via Tours and St Pierre Des Corps in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, 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 2m.

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