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

The cheapest way to get from Pessac to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €17 - €28 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Pessac to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Pessac and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Pessac to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Pessac and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Pessac to La Rochelle?

The distance between Pessac and La Rochelle is 208 km. The road distance is 188.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pessac to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €18 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Pessac to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Pessac to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Pessac to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €18 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €28 and takes 4h.

Where does the Pessac to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pessac to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pessac to La Rochelle is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Pessac to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2400+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Pessac to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 35 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Pessac to La Rochelle by train, 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 Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
3h 29m
€18–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus 711 / ...
4h
€17–27
Drive 188.1 km
1. Drive from Pessac to La Rochellecar 188.1 km
1h 59m
€30–42
Line 35 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pessac Centre to Gare Saint Jeanbus 35
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle.Porte Dauphinetrain Ter
4h 25m
€32–77

Pessac to La Rochelle by train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.4 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle every 2 hours. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle twice daily. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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