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

The cheapest way to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Penmarch and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Penmarch to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Salle Cap Caval and arriving at La Rochelle via Gare Routière, Quimper and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Penmarch to La Rochelle?

The distance between Penmarch and La Rochelle is 467 km. The road distance is 390.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Penmarch to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Penmarch to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Penmarch to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from Penmarch to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Penmarch to La Rochelle is 391 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Penmarch to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2300+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Penmarch to La Rochelle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, 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 Quimper to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
7h 28m
€60–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quimper to Nantesbus 1713
2. Take the bus from Nantes to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
8h 31m
€36–54
Drive 390.9 km
1. Drive from Penmarch to La Rochellecar 390.9 km
4h 20m
€60–87

Penmarch to La Rochelle by bus and train

43Weekly Services

7h 28mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Penmarch to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 466.7 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Salle Cap Caval to La Rochelle via Gare Routière, Gare Routière SNCF, Quimper, and Nantes in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salle Cap Caval to La Rochelle via Gare Routière, Quimper, and Nantes in around 8h 31m.

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