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

The cheapest way to get from Saumur to La Rochelle is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saumur to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Saumur and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Saumur to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Saumur and arriving at La Rochelle via La Roche sur Yon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Saumur and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Saumur to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Saumur and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Saumur to La Rochelle?

The distance between Saumur and La Rochelle is 309 km. The road distance is 167.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Saumur to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €27 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Saumur to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Saumur to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Saumur station.

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

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

Train or bus from Saumur to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Saumur to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €27 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Saumur to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Saumur to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at La Roche Sur Yon station.

Where does the Saumur to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saumur to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Saumur to La Rochelle is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Saumur to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2539+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Saumur 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 Saumur to Nantestrain 121A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
3h 49m
€28–90
Drive 167.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saumur to La Rochellecar 167.5 km
2h 40m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saumur to La Roche Sur Yonbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from La Roche sur Yon to La Rochellebus N723
5h 25m
€33–46
Train via La Roche-sur-Yon
1. Take the train from Saumur to La Roche Sur Yontrain Ter
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Yon to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
4h 33m
€31–61

Saumur to La Rochelle by train

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Saumur to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 309.4 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Saumur, Pays de la Loire, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Saumur to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saumur to La Rochelle via La Roche Sur Yon and La Roche sur Yon in around 5h 25m.

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