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Compare train and bus for La Rochelle to Girona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Girona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of RM 330 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of RM 330, while a train costs an average of RM 1,189.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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RM 330 Average price Cheapest | RM 1,189 Average price | RM 547 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration Fastest 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from La Rochelle to Girona
Compare the available ways to get from La Rochelle to Girona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Girona:
A bus is RM 860 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Girona costing on average RM 1,189.
Other travel options to Girona take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 56m.
Tickets start at around RM 330 compared to roughly RM 547 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about RM 218. The journey takes 12h 26m versus 6h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from La Rochelle to Girona by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from La Rochelle to Girona is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

8:40 PM 26h00 La Rochelle 10:40 PM Girona RM 240 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:40 PM 26h00 La Rochelle 10:40 PM Girona RM 240 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:40 PM 26h00 La Rochelle 10:40 PM Girona RM 240 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Girona:
A bus is RM 860 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Girona costing on average RM 1,189.
Other travel options to Girona take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 56m.
- Around 2 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between La Rochelle and Girona as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from La Rochelle, Jean Moulin and arrive in Girona, Estació d'Autobusos.
- Trains mostly depart from La Rochelle station and arrive in Girona station.
- Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Girona by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Girona by bus.
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