What is the distance between La Rochelle and Saintes?

The distance between the two cities is 38 miles (62 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from La Rochelle to Saintes?

If you're headed to Saintes from La Rochelle, chances are that your bus will depart from Gare routière de La Rochelle and arrive at Saintes. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus La Rochelle to Saintes from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for La Rochelle to Saintes on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	La Rochelle	1h	11:00pm	Saintes	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	La Rochelle	1h	11:00pm	Saintes	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	La Rochelle	1h 7m	9:07pm	Saintes	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	La Rochelle	17h 50m	3:25pm	Saintes	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	La Rochelle	1h	11:00pm	Saintes	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from La Rochelle to Saintes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Saintes. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $115	Average Duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $15	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in La Rochelle and Saintes?

Stops in La Rochelle

A
Gare routière de La Rochelle
Place Pierre Sémard, 17000 La Rochelle, France
B
La Rochelle (Gare routière)
9 Place de Verdun, 17000 La Rochelle, France
C
Avenue Jean Moulin
1 Avenue Jean Moulin, 17000 La Rochelle, France

Stops in Saintes

A
Saintes
6 Boulevard de Vladimir, 17100 Saintes, France
B
Gare Routière de Saintes
16 Cours Reverseaux, 17100 Saintes, France

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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