Travelling to Saintes

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Best day trips from Saintes

The most popular day trips from Saintes are La Rochelle, Rochefort, Royan, Cognac and Angoulême. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Saintes on Omio.

A view of La Rochelle

Day trip from Saintes to La Rochelle

Why visit La Rochelle for the day?

La Rochelle is an Atlantic port city known for its old harbour, medieval towers and maritime atmosphere. Arcaded streets, seafood and a close relationship with the sea give it a relaxed, historic character.

How to get from Saintes to La Rochelle?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.

A view of Rochefort

Day trip from Saintes to Rochefort

Why visit Rochefort for the day?

Rochefort is a historic Atlantic port known for its naval past and the Corderie Royale. Its riverside setting and maritime museums give the town a calm, practical character.

How to get from Saintes to Rochefort?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Rochefort among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.

A view of Royan

Day trip from Saintes to Royan

Why visit Royan for the day?

Royan is a seaside town on France’s Atlantic coast, known for sandy beaches and distinctive post-war modernist architecture. Its setting on the Gironde estuary, with promenades, villas and a busy marina, gives it a relaxed resort feel.

How to get from Saintes to Royan?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Royan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £8.

A view of Cognac

Day trip from Saintes to Cognac

Why visit Cognac for the day?

Cognac is a Charente riverside town known worldwide for its namesake spirit and long distilling history. Its old streets, merchant houses and château create a calm, elegant setting.

How to get from Saintes to Cognac?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Cognac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £7.

A view of Angoulême

Day trip from Saintes to Angoulême

Why visit Angoulême for the day?

Angoulême is best known for comics and graphic arts, seen in its murals and major comics museum. Its hilltop old town, cathedral and Charente views give it a calm historic character.

How to get from Saintes to Angoulême?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Angoulême among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £15.

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