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

The cheapest way to get from Rome to La Rochelle is to fly and train which costs €65 - €210 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rome to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs €70 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Rome to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arriving at La Rochelle via Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station and Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Torino Porta Susa, Quai de la Gare and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 37m.

How far is it from Rome to La Rochelle?

The distance between Rome and La Rochelle is 1215 km. The road distance is 1514.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rome to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 15h 37m and costs €250 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Rome to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Rome to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

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

Rome to La Rochelle train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train, bus or fly from Rome to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Rome to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €250 - €650 and takes 15h 37m, you could also bus, which costs €120 - €230 and takes 24h 30m.

Where does the Rome to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Rome to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station.

Where does the Rome to La Rochelle train arrive?

Rome to La Rochelle train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Torino Porta Susa station.

Can I drive from Rome to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to La Rochelle is 1515 km. It takes approximately 16h 32m to drive from Rome to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3295+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Rome to La Rochelle by plane, train (Trenitalia, TGV), bus, car, or train

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Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane FCO - LRH
7h 15m
€74–196
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane FCO - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
8h 31m
€66–203
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
15h 37m
€256–625
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Florence Villa Constanza Bus Stationbus 510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Bordeauxbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus 701
24h 30m
€121–223
Drive 1,514.5 km
1. Drive from Rome to La Rochellecar 1,514.5 km
16h 32m
€241–348
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane FCO - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
8h 12m
€96–228
Train via Lyon
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
4. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
16h 42m
€278–582
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to St Etienne Chateaucreuxtrain Ter
3. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus
26h 58m
€131–250

Rome to La Rochelle by train, foot, and subway

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15h 37mAverage Duration

€256Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,215.2 km
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and La Rochelle, France?

Ryanair, ITA Airways, and easyJet fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Termini to La Rochelle Ville via Torino Porta Susa, Paris Gare De Lyon, Quai de la Gare, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 15h 37m.

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