4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Royan to Saintes
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Royan to Saintes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royan to Saintes will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Royan for Saintes on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:00 PM0h10Royan1:10 PMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers- 9:30 AM0h10Royan9:40 AMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM0h10Royan12:20 PMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h20Royan6:00 PMSaintes$41One-way0 transfers
- 11:40 AM0h30Royan12:10 PMSaintes$41One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM0h10Royan1:10 PMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM0h10Royan9:40 AMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM0h10Royan12:20 PMSaintes$21One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h20Royan6:00 PMSaintes$41One-way0 transfers
- 11:40 AM0h30Royan12:10 PMSaintes$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Royan to Saintes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royan to Saintes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Royan to Saintes:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Royan to Saintes costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Saintes take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (35m by bus vs 38m by car) and save roughly $3 (€2) compared to fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Royan to Saintes Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 08:38AM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 06:32AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:36PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:24PM | Duration 3h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:11PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 06:28PM | Arrival Time 07:31AM | Duration 13h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Live departures
Royan to Saintes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Royan to Saintes buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:10 PM Royan | 0h10 | 5:20 PM Saintes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Royan | 0h10 | 10:10 PM Saintes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 PM Royan | 0h10 | 10:20 PM Saintes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 9:30 AM Royan | 0h10 | 9:40 AM Saintes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Royan to Saintes
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Buses from Royan to Saintes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:25, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 10:25 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime from Royan to SaintesYou can travel by bus between Royan to Saintes with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Réseau interurbain de la Charente-Maritime for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Royan to Saintes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royan to Saintes by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saintes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Royan to Saintes
Most Royan to Saintes buses use the Royan, Gare Routière to Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir station pair. Use this guide to compare Royan and Saintes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Royan, Gare Routière from Royan city centre
Getting to Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir from Saintes city centre
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