What is the cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg-Octeville and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg-Gare and arriving at La Rochelle via Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The distance between Cherbourg-Octeville and La Rochelle is 446 km. The road distance is 444.1 km.

How do I travel from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs €20 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus from?

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, depart from Cherbourg-Gare station.

Where does the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, arrive at Rennes-Gare Routiere station.

Can I drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is 444 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2620+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare Routierebus C<>R
2. Take the bus from Rennes to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
7h 23m
€20–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare Routierebus
2. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain Ter
8h 1m
€52–112
Drive 444.1 km
1. Drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochellecar 444.1 km
5h 28m
€70–101

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle by bus

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Distance: 446.1 km
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Cherbourg-Octeville, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a bus from Cherbourg-Gare to La Rochelle via Rennes-Gare Routiere and Rennes in around 7h 23m.

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