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

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 17h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle is to train and fly which takes 7h 6m and costs €140 - €470.

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Mannheim station to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Mannheim central bus station and arriving at La Rochelle via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Mannheim to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Strasbourg Bahnhof, Gare de l'Est and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Mannheim to La Rochelle?

The distance between Mannheim and La Rochelle is 1048 km. The road distance is 941.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 20m and costs €150 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Mannheim to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mannheim central bus station.

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

Mannheim to La Rochelle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mannheim to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle is to train via Paris which takes 8h 20m and costs €150 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €65 - €140 and takes 14h 40m.

Where does the Mannheim to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Mannheim to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Mannheim to La Rochelle train arrive?

Mannheim to La Rochelle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mannheim to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to La Rochelle is 941 km. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Mannheim to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Mannheim to La Rochelle - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Mannheim to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof82 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Est83 / ...
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
8h 20m
€153–396
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim Central Bus Station to Tours Parking PeupliersUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3641 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
17h 25m
€49–78
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)N109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to La Rochelle723 / ...
14h 40m
€67–134
Drive 941.3 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to La Rochelle941.3 km
9h 32m
€144–207
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)FRA - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 33m
€129–309
Train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof82 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to PoitiersTgv
3. Take the train from Poitiers to La Rochelle VilleTer
9h 22m
€154–348
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)SXB - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 30m
€110–299
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)SXB - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 23m
€107–264
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)FRA - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 31m
€131–314
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)FRA - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Ville
8h 50m
€138–412
Train to Basel, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)BSL - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
10h 31m
€93–354
Train to Frankfurt, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)FRA - LRH
7h 6m
€143–467

Mannheim to La Rochelle by train, subway, and foot

28Weekly Services

8h 20mAverage Duration

€153Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,047.9 km
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Mannheim, Germany and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to La Rochelle Ville via Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, Gare de l'Est, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mannheim central bus station to La Rochelle via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 14h 40m.

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