How to get to Orléans from La Rochelle

There are 2 options to travel between La Rochelle and Orléans including taking a coach and train.

The cheapest way to travel from La Rochelle to Orléans is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Orléans:

A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Orléans costing on average £64.

The fastest way to travel from La Rochelle to Orléans is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Orléans take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 52m.

The La Rochelle to Orléans distance is approximately 301 km.

The average frequency per day from La Rochelle to Orléans is:

• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between La Rochelle and Orléans as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from La Rochelle to Orléans:

• Trains mostly depart from La Rochelle station and arrive in Gare d'Orléans.
• Coaches mostly depart from La Rochelle, Jean Moulin and arrive in Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from La Rochelle to Orléans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER, SNCF | Intercités, TER REMI to go to Orléans by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Orléans by coach.

Yes, there is a direct route available from La Rochelle to Orléans:

• 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from La Rochelle to Orléans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Tours, Chartres, Paris Orly Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Orléans and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from La Rochelle to Orléans, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

In Orléans, visitors can explore Place du Martroi, a central square with a statue of Joan of Arc, and enjoy shopping and dining at nearby cafes. A Loire River Cruise offers scenic views and a relaxing experience on the water. The Orléans Market is a vibrant spot to discover local produce and delicacies. Cycling along the Loire à Vélo provides a chance to enjoy picturesque landscapes. Cultural enthusiasts can attend performances at the Théâtre d'Orléans. Notable sights include the stunning Gothic Cathédrale Sainte-Croix, the Maison de Jeanne d'Arc museum with multimedia exhibits, the Musée des Beaux-Arts with European art collections, the tranquil Parc Floral de la Source, and the Renaissance-style Hôtel Groslot with historical tours.

For a comprehensive experience in Orléans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as the Cathédrale Sainte-Croix and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, as well as enjoy leisurely walks along the Loire River.