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

The cheapest way to get from London to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €40 - €180 and takes 17h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €95 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between London and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from London to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 15m.

Is there a direct train between London and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from London to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from London to La Rochelle?

The distance between London and La Rochelle is 919 km.

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

The best way to get from London to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €130 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from London to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

London to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to La Rochelle train from?

London to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train, bus or fly from London to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from London to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €130 - €490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €180 and takes 17h 15m, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €310 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the London to La Rochelle bus arrive?

London to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

What is the time difference between London and La Rochelle?

La Rochelle is 1h ahead of London. It is currently 7:05 PM in London and 8:05 PM in La Rochelle.

Where does the London to La Rochelle train arrive?

London to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

London to La Rochelle - 11 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from London to La Rochelle by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, car ferry, bus, car, car train, or plane

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 London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
6h 56m
€130–489
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
17h 15m
€42–175
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to St Malo Ferry Port
3. Take the bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle
16h 37m
€67–214
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from London to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to La Rochelle
8h 33m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from London to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to La Rochelle
9h 55m
€157–236
Fly London Stansted Airport to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)STN - LRH
4h 57m
€96–301
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)LGW - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 20m
€66–236
Fly London Stansted Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)STN - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 29m
€67–238
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LGW - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 23m
€68–216
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS)LGW - RNS
3. Take the train from Rennes to Nantes
4. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
9h 18m
€103–388
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LHR - CDG
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Ville
8h 36m
€147–456

London to La Rochelle by train, subway, and foot

52Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

€130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 918.8 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between London, England and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from London St Pancras Intl to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Paris and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 17h 15m.

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