What is the cheapest way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle is to train and bus which costs €29 - €55 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Saint-Malo and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Saint-Malo and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Rennes - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Saint-Malo and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from St Malo and arriving at La Rochelle via Rennes and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

The distance between Saint-Malo and La Rochelle is 408 km. The road distance is 311.9 km.

How do I travel from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €45 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint-Malo to La Rochelle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Saint-Malo to La Rochelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €85 and takes 6h.

Where does the Saint-Malo to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Saint-Malo to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Rennes - Bus Station.

Where does the Saint-Malo to La Rochelle train arrive?

Saint-Malo to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Rennes station.

Can I drive from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Malo to La Rochelle is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle?

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2445+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from St Malo to Rennestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain Ter
5h 58m
€49–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint-Malo to Rennes - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h
€28–81
Drive 311.9 km
1. Drive from Saint-Malo to La Rochellecar 311.9 km
3h 35m
€48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St Malo to Rennestrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Nantesbus 712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Nantes to La Rochellebus 701
6h 17m
€30–54

Saint-Malo to La Rochelle by train

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 408.3 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Saint-Malo, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from St Malo to La Rochelle via Rennes and Nantes in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Rennes - Bus Station in around 6h.

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