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

The cheapest way to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €9 - €55 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Zarautz and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Zarautz to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Zarautz - Zubiaurrezahar Kalea 1 - Bus Geltokia and arriving at La Rochelle via San Sebastian / Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Zarautz and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Zarautz to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Zarautz and arriving at La Rochelle via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Zarautz to La Rochelle?

The distance between Zarautz and La Rochelle is 440 km. The road distance is 437.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Zarautz to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from San Sebastian / Donostia station.

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

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

Train or bus from Zarautz to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €130 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Zarautz to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zarautz to La Rochelle train arrive?

Zarautz to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Zarautz to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Zarautz to La Rochelle is 438 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Zarautz to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2567+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zarautz to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711
7h 34m
€32–53
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 56m
€9–54
Train
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
8h 24m
€46–126
Drive 437.6 km
1. Drive from Zarautz to La Rochellecar 437.6 km
4h 11m
€68–98

Zarautz to La Rochelle by bus

8Weekly Buses

7h 34mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 440.4 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Zarautz, Spain and La Rochelle, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochelle once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zarautz to La Rochelle via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 8h 24m.

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