What is the cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €38 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle is to train and fly which takes 4h 22m and costs €90 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Saint-Étienne and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Saint-Étienne and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from St Etienne Chateaucreux and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Lyon Part Dieu and Massy Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

The distance between Saint-Étienne and La Rochelle is 940 km. The road distance is 534.1 km.

How do I travel from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs €170 - €320.

How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle bus from?

Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle train from?

Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Etienne Chateaucreux station.

Train or bus from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs €170 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €110 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle train arrive?

Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle is 534 km. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2739+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle?

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

Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, plane, or car

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best
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Massy Tgv to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
7h 10m
€170–319
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Étienne to La Rochellerideshare 533.6 km
7h 39m
€38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 35m
€55–110
Train, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane LYS - LRH
4h 22m
€93–317
Drive 534.1 km
1. Drive from Saint-Étienne to La Rochellecar 534.1 km
6h 53m
€83–119
Train, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LYS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
7h 9m
€101–297
Train, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
7h 49m
€98–262

Saint-Étienne to La Rochelle by train

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7h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 940.1 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Saint-Étienne, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to La Rochelle Ville via Lyon Part Dieu and Massy Tgv in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 9h 35m.

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