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

The cheapest way to get from Arcachon to Saintes is to train and bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcachon to Saintes is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Arcachon and Saintes?

No, there is no direct train from Arcachon to Saintes. However, there are services departing from Arcachon and arriving at Saintes via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Arcachon to Saintes?

The distance between Arcachon and Saintes is 186 km. The road distance is 179.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arcachon to Saintes without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs €29 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Arcachon to Saintes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcachon to Saintes train from?

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

Where does the Arcachon to Saintes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcachon to Saintes?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcachon to Saintes is 180 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Arcachon to Saintes.

How do I get a train ticket from Arcachon to Saintes?

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Where can I stay near Saintes?

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Arcachon to Saintes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arcachon to Saintes by train (TGV), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Saintestrain Intercités / ...
3h 7m
€30–61
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Saintesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 28m
€20–39
Drive 179.6 km
1. Drive from Arcachon to Saintescar 179.6 km
1h 51m
€28–41
Train via Bordeaux
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Cenontrain Ter
2. Take the train from Cenon to Saintestrain Ter
3h 21m
€29–62

Arcachon to Saintes by train

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.4 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Arcachon to Saintes via Bordeaux St Jean in around 3h 7m.

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