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

The cheapest way to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €6 - €12 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Ruffec and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruffec to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Lep Louise Michel and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Gare Sncf and Niort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ruffec and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Ruffec to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Gare de Ruffec and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Poitiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Ruffec to La Rochelle?

The distance between Ruffec and La Rochelle is 133 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 59m and costs €13 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Ruffec to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cars Régionaux Nouvelle-Aquitaine (Deux-Sèvres / 79), depart from Lep Louise Michel station.

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

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

Train or bus from Ruffec to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €12 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Ruffec to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Ruffec to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cars Régionaux Nouvelle-Aquitaine (Deux-Sèvres / 79), arrive at Gare Routiere Quai 2 station.

Where does the Ruffec to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruffec to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruffec to La Rochelle is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Ruffec to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 1906+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lep Louise Michel to Gare Routiere Quai 2bus 148
2. Take the train from Niort to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
2h 59m
€13–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lep Louise Michel to Gare Routiere Quai 2bus 148
2. Take the bus from Niort to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 14m
€6–11
Train
1. Take the train from Gare de Ruffec to Poitierstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
3h 29m
€35–78
Drive 120.9 km
1. Drive from Ruffec to La Rochellecar 120.9 km
1h 56m
€19–27

Ruffec to La Rochelle by bus and train

1Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ruffec to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 133.2 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Ruffec, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Gare de Ruffec to La Rochelle Ville via Poitiers in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lep Louise Michel to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Gare Sncf, Pied De Fond, and Niort in around 4h 14m.

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