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 via Tours which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 42m.

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 29m and costs €30 - €50.

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 - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Loches to La Rochelle?

The distance between Loches and La Rochelle is 294 km. The road distance is 221.6 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 21m and costs €30 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m 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 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Loches to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2400+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 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 21m
€34–101
Bus via Tours
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loches to Toursbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Tours to La Rochellebus 723
6h 42m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Loches to Toursbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 48m
€31–46
Drive 221.6 km
1. Drive from Loches to La Rochellecar 221.6 km
2h 29m
€35–50

Loches to La Rochelle by bus and train

18Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Loches to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 293.9 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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, Peupliers, and Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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