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

The cheapest way to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €13 - €27 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Pornichet and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Pornichet to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Marché de Pornichet and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Océanis 1, Saint-Nazaire and Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Pornichet and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Pornichet to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Pornichet and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Pornichet to La Rochelle?

The distance between Pornichet and La Rochelle is 212 km. The road distance is 206 km.

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

The best way to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 2m and costs €21 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Pornichet to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Nazaire station.

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

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

Train or bus from Pornichet to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €27 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Pornichet to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Pornichet to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub station.

Where does the Pornichet to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pornichet to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pornichet to La Rochelle is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Pornichet to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pornichet to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 2m
€21–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hubbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 55m
€14–26
Train
1. Take the train from Pornichet to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
3h 35m
€40–85
Drive 206 km
1. Drive from Pornichet to La Rochellecar 206 km
2h 25m
€32–46

Pornichet to La Rochelle by train and bus

90Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pornichet to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 212.1 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Pornichet to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marché de Pornichet to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Océanis 1, Gare de St Nazaire, Saint-Nazaire, and Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub in around 4h 55m.

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