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

The cheapest way to get from Poitiers to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poitiers to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Poitiers and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Poitiers and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Poitiers and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poitiers and arriving at La Rochelle Ville. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Poitiers to La Rochelle?

The distance between Poitiers and La Rochelle is 145 km. The road distance is 138.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Poitiers to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €19 - €55.

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

The train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Ville takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Poitiers to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Poitiers to La Rochelle is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €19 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €18 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Poitiers to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poitiers to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poitiers to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Poitiers to La Rochelle is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Poitiers to La Rochelle.

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

Book your Poitiers to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2383+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Poitiers to La Rochelle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poitiers to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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Poitiers to La Rochelle by train

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1h 47mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Ville every 3 hours. Tickets cost €24–55 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TGV inOui also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Poitiers to La Rochelle once daily. Tickets cost €13–18 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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