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

The cheapest way to get from Portugal to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €60 - €120 and takes 18h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portugal to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €130 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Portugal and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portugal to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Martim Moniz and arriving at La Rochelle via Lisbon and Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.

How far is it from Portugal to La Rochelle?

The distance between Portugal and La Rochelle is 1068 km. The road distance is 1334.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portugal to La Rochelle without a car is to bus via Bordeaux which takes 18h 25m and costs €60 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Portugal to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Portugal to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Portugal to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which takes 18h 25m and costs €60 - €120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €130 - €250 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Portugal to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portugal to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portugal to La Rochelle is 1335 km. It takes approximately 12h 41m to drive from Portugal to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2473+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Portugal to La Rochelle - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Portugal to La Rochelle by plane, 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.

Fly Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane OPO - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 30m
€54–234
Fly Lisbon-Portela Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LIS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
8h 17m
€50–219
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Lisbon to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1193 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
18h 25m
€62–119
Drive 1,334.6 km
1. Drive from Lisbon to La Rochellecar 1,334.6 km
12h 41m
€204–294
Fly Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane OPO - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
8h 16m
€55–209
Fly Lisbon-Portela Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LIS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 36m
€54–254
Fly Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane OPO - LRH
4h 42m
€132–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios to Niortbus
2. Take the bus from Pôle Atlantique to Gare routièrebus 140E
24h 20m
€115–175

Portugal to La Rochelle by bus

39Weekly Buses

18h 25mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,068.1 km
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Martim Moniz to La Rochelle via Estação Oriente, Lisbon, and Bordeaux in around 18h 25m. Alternatively, Ryanair flies from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) once a week.

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