What is the cheapest way to get from Marans to Challans?

The cheapest way to get from Marans to Challans is to drive which costs €15 - €22 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marans to Challans?

The fastest way to get from Marans to Challans is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Marans and Challans?

No, there is no direct bus from Marans to Challans. However, there are services departing from Marquis d'Aligré and arriving at Gare SNCF via Gare SNCF and Pem-Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Marans to Challans?

The distance between Marans and Challans is 111 km. The road distance is 100.3 km.

How do I travel from Marans to Challans without a car?

The best way to get from Marans to Challans without a car is to line 540 bus and bus via La Roche-sur-Yon which takes 3h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Marans to Challans?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Marans to Challans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marans to Challans bus from?

Marans to Challans bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, depart from Marquis d'Aligré station.

Train or bus from Marans to Challans?

The best way to get from Marans to Challans is to line 540 bus and bus via La Roche-sur-Yon which takes 3h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Marans to Challans bus arrive?

Marans to Challans bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, arrive at Gare SNCF station.

Can I drive from Marans to Challans?

Yes, the driving distance between Marans to Challans is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Marans to Challans.

Where can I stay near Challans?

There are 2023+ hotels available in Challans.

Marans to Challans - 4 ways to travel via train, line 540 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Marans to Challans 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.

Line 540 bus, bus via La Roche-sur-Yon
best
1. Take the bus from Marquis d'Aligré to Gare SNCFbus 540
2. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFbus Vxp
3h 56m
Drive 100.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Marans to Challanscar 100.3 km
1h 29m
€16–22
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Challanstrain Ter
5h 14m
€31–98
Line 540 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Marquis d'Aligré to Gare SNCFbus 540
2. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus 15
3. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFbus Vxp
4h 17m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Marans to Challans.

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Distance: 110.6 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Marans, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Challans, France?

You can take a bus from Marquis d'Aligré to Gare SNCF via Gare SNCF, Luçon, La Roche-sur-Yon, and Pem-Sncf in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marans Place Du Marquis D'aligre to Challans via La Rochelle Ville, La Rochelle, and Nantes in around 5h 14m.

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