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

The cheapest way to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle is to train and bus which costs €70 - €140 and takes 14h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 8h 29m and costs €130 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Tarragona and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarragona to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona and arriving at La Rochelle via Gran Via - Balmes and Barcelona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Tarragona and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Tarragona to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Tarragona and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Barcelona-Sants, Narbonne and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Tarragona to La Rochelle?

The distance between Tarragona and La Rochelle is 931 km. The road distance is 740.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs €150 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Tarragona to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Empresa Plana, depart from Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona station.

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

Tarragona to La Rochelle train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Tarragona station.

Train or bus from Tarragona to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs €150 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €140 and takes 13h 23m.

Where does the Tarragona to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Tarragona to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Empresa Plana, arrive at Barcelona - Gran Vía, 618 station.

Where does the Tarragona to La Rochelle train arrive?

Tarragona to La Rochelle train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Tarragona to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarragona to La Rochelle is 741 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Tarragona to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Tarragona to La Rochelle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Tarragona to La Rochelle by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tarragona to Barcelona-Santstrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Narbonnetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Narbonne to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
4. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
12h 15m
€150–275
Train, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tarragona to Barcelona Santstrain
2. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane BCN - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
8h 38m
€69–263
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona to Barcelona - Gran Vía, 618bus e2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barcelona to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136
13h 23m
€92–135
Drive 740.5 km
1. Drive from Tarragona to La Rochellecar 740.5 km
8h 29m
€136–196
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tarragona to Barcelona Santstrain R15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus
14h 43m
€72–132
Train, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from Tarragona to Barcelona Santstrain
2. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane BCN - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
9h 2m
€69–268

Tarragona to La Rochelle by train

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Distance: 931.1 km
Duration: 12h 15m

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

You can take a train from Tarragona to La Rochelle Ville via Barcelona-Sants, Narbonne, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona to La Rochelle via Gran Via - Balmes, Estació del Nord - Final de trajecte, and Barcelona in around 13h 23m.

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