What is the cheapest way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle is to bus via Nantes which costs €12 - €45 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes Airport (RNS) and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Aéroport and arriving at La Rochelle via République and Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

The distance between Rennes Airport (RNS) and La Rochelle is 256 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

How do I travel from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €16 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle bus from?

Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rennes station.

Train or bus from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €140 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Can I drive from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2421+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle?

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

Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rennes to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
5h 10m
€16–32
Bus via Nantes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-Batignollesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 59m
€12–43
Train
1. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
5h 25m
€38–133
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Rennes-RNS to La Rochellerideshare 240.2 km
2h 50m
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochellecar 240.2 km
2h 50m
€37–53

Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle by bus

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Map of how to get from Rennes Airport (RNS) to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 255.6 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Rennes Airport (RNS), France and La Rochelle, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Rennes to La Rochelle 4 times a day. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aéroport to La Rochelle via Saint-Jacques - Gaîté, Saint-Jacques - Gaîté, Gares, Rennes, and Nantes in around 5h 25m.

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