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

The cheapest way to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €44 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle is to train and fly which takes 4h 48m and costs €85 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Montpellier and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station station and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Montpellier and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Montpellier to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Saint-Roch and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

The distance between Montpellier and La Rochelle is 697 km. The road distance is 659 km.

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

The best way to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €45 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Montpellier to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €45 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €100 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Montpellier to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Montpellier to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Montpellier to La Rochelle train arrive?

Montpellier to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpellier to La Rochelle is 659 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Montpellier to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Can I share a ride from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Montpellier and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Montpellier to La Rochelle - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 10 ways to get from Montpellier to La Rochelle by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Bordeaux St JeanIntercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle591A / ...
8h 3m
€46–349
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 45m
€35–100
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Montpellier to La Rochelle660.8 km
7h 43m
€44
Fly Fréjorgues Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)MPL - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
6h 8m
€56–215
Bus via Toulouse
1. Take the bus from Montpellier to ToulouseFlixBus N748 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to La RochelleFlixBus N1136 / ...
8h 55m
€40–67
Drive 659 km
1. Drive from Montpellier to La Rochelle659 km
6h 5m
€101–145
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)MRS - LRH
4h 48m
€90–369
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)MRS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 45m
€81–231
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)MRS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 13m
€68–186
Train to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Toulouse Matabiau
2. Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)TLS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
8h 18m
€74–236

Montpellier to La Rochelle by train

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8h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 697.1 km
Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €35–100 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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