What is the cheapest way to get from Saintes to Challans?

The cheapest way to get from Saintes to Challans is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saintes to Challans?

The fastest way to get from Saintes to Challans is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Saintes and Challans?

No, there is no direct bus from Saintes to Challans. However, there are services departing from STE Gare Routière de Saintes and arriving at Gare SNCF via Rochefort and Pem-Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Saintes to Challans?

The distance between Saintes and Challans is 217 km. The road distance is 185 km.

How do I travel from Saintes to Challans without a car?

The best way to get from Saintes to Challans without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Saintes to Challans?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Saintes to Challans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saintes to Challans bus from?

Saintes to Challans bus services, operated by Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime, depart from STE Gare Routière de Saintes station.

Where does the Saintes to Challans bus arrive?

Saintes to Challans bus services, operated by Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime, arrive at RFT Gare SNCF Rochefort station.

Can I drive from Saintes to Challans?

Yes, the driving distance between Saintes to Challans is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Saintes to Challans.

Where can I stay near Challans?

There are 2388+ hotels available in Challans.

Saintes to Challans - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Saintes to La Roche-sur-Yontrain 591A / ...
2. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFbus Vxp
3h 42m
Drive 185 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saintes to Challanscar 185 km
2h 20m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from STE Gare Routière de Saintes to RFT Gare SNCF Rochefortbus 172
2. Take the bus from Rochefort to La Roche sur Yonbus
3. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFbus Vxp
5h 40m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Saintes to Challans.

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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 STE Gare Routière de Saintes to Gare SNCF via Rochefort and Pem-Sncf in around 5h 40m.

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