How far is Saintes from La Rochelle?

Saintes and La Rochelle are 38 miles (62 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Saintes to La Rochelle leave from Saintes and arrive at Gare routière de La Rochelle. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?

Once in La Rochelle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are La Rochelle Aquarium, Altitudes Parachutisme, Plage de Chatelaillon, Old Town & Old Harbour and The Three Towers of La Rochelle.

Bus Saintes to La Rochelle from $10 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Saintes to La Rochelle on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Saintes	1h 5m	8:00am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Saintes	1h 5m	8:00am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Saintes	1h 5m	8:00am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	8:23am	Saintes	1h 7m	9:30am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	8:23am	Saintes	1h 7m	9:30am	La Rochelle	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Saintes to La Rochelle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $10	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Saintes and La Rochelle?

Stops in Saintes

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

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,165 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saintes to La Rochelle by bus

How far is Saintes from La Rochelle?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Saintes to La Rochelle?
What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?