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

The cheapest way to get from Tours to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €14 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tours to La Rochelle is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €28 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Tours and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station station and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Tours and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Pierre Des Corps and arriving at La Rochelle Ville. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Tours to La Rochelle?

The distance between Tours and La Rochelle is 246 km. The road distance is 234.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tours to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €28 - €70.

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

The train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Ville takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Tours to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station.

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

Tours to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from St Pierre Des Corps station.

Train or bus from Tours to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Tours to La Rochelle is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €28 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Tours to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Tours to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Tours to La Rochelle train arrive?

Tours to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.

Can I drive from Tours to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Tours to La Rochelle is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Tours to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

Book your Tours to La Rochelle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Tours to La Rochelle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tours to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle VilleTgv
2h 2m
€28–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Tours to La Rochelle235.4 km
3h 7m
€14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
3h 40m
€19–35
Drive 234.4 km
1. Drive from Tours to La Rochelle234.4 km
2h 16m
€36–52

Tours to La Rochelle by train (TGV)

17Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tours to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 245.8 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Tours, France and La Rochelle, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Ville twice daily. Tickets cost €28–70 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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