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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Pau and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Pau to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Pau and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Pau to La Rochelle?

The distance between Pau and La Rochelle is 377 km. The road distance is 377.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Pau to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Pau to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Pau to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Pau to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Pau to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the Pau to La Rochelle train arrive?

Pau 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 Pau to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to La Rochelle is 378 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Pau to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pau to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Pau to BordeauxN765
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La RochelleFlixBus N1721 / ...
5h 40m
€32–46
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus StopBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 45m
€23–80
Train
1. Take the train from Pau to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle591A / ...
5h 48m
€43–119
Drive 377.8 km
1. Drive from Pau to La Rochelle377.8 km
3h 46m
€58–83

Pau to La Rochelle by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 40mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pau to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 376.9 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Pau to La Rochelle via Bordeaux in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pau to La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 5h 48m.

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