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How to get fromSaintes to Challansby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Saintes to Challans by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Saintes to La Roche-sur-Yontrain train 591A / ...
    2. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare de Challansbus bus E500
    3h 42m
    €33–63

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Saintes to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus bus 701
    3. Take the bus from Nantes to Challansbus bus
    5h 36m
    €28–49

  3. Drive 185 km

    1. Drive from Saintes to Challanscar car 185 km
    2h 20m
    €29–42

Saintes to Challans by train and bus

Calendar31Weekly Services
Duration3h 42mAverage Duration
Ticket€33Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 216.6 km
  • Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Challans, France?

You can take a bus from Saintes to Challans via La Rochelle - Bus Station, La Rochelle, and Nantes in around 5h 36m.

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