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

The cheapest way to get from Saintes to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saintes to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €11 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Saintes and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saintes and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Saintes and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Saintes and arriving at La Rochelle Ville. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Saintes to La Rochelle?

The distance between Saintes and La Rochelle is 71 km. The road distance is 72.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Saintes to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs €8 - €21.

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

The bus from Saintes to La Rochelle takes 55 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

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

Saintes to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saintes station.

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

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

Train or bus from Saintes to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Saintes to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 55 min and costs €8 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Saintes to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Saintes to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Saintes to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saintes to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Saintes to La Rochelle is 73 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Saintes to La Rochelle.

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

Book your Saintes to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Saintes to La Rochelle bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2366+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Saintes to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Saintes and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Saintes to La Rochelle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Saintes to La Rochelle by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saintes to La Rochellebus N746
55 min
€8–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saintes to La Rochellerideshare 74.4 km
1h 24m
€4
Train
1. Take the train from Saintes to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
1h 3m
€10–15
Drive 72.6 km
1. Drive from Saintes to La Rochellecar 72.6 km
53 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saintes to La Rochelletaxi 72.6 km
53 min
€140–180

Saintes to La Rochelle by bus

9Weekly Buses

55 minAverage Duration

€8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Saintes to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 70.7 km
Duration: 55 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Saintes to La Rochelle 5 times a week. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 55 min. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Saintes to La Rochelle Ville hourly. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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