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Port guide: compare transport from La Rochelle

La Rochelle, France 33 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

La Rochelle

Port call at La Rochelle (France). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to the La Pallice district, is free, and the fastest takes around 15 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

Charente's historic port with its famous medieval towers. Terminal just a few minutes from the Old Port.

Port de La Rochelle – Quai de la Marée
Cheapest option Free Walk to the La Pallice district
Fastest option 15 min Taxi to La Rochelle-Île de Ré airport
Simplest option Shuttle cruise to the Old Port Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • Old Port a long way away
  • Medieval towers 15 minutes away (shuttle or bus)
  • Shuttle or excursion recommended

Warnings

  • Strong winds possible
  • Few cruises
  • High tides in the port

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Shuttle cruise to the Old Port

10,00 € - 20 min - Depending on cruise line and port of call

The easiest way to get to the centre from La Pallice

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Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

33 option(s) shown for La Rochelle

Shuttle cruise to the Old Port

Old Port of La Rochelle

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

The easiest way to get to the centre from La Pallice

Attention point

No guarantee; variable frequency and application point

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board or at the terminal whether a shuttle service to the Old Port has been organised.

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle cruise to Place de Verdun

Place de Verdun / town centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Convenient for the city centre, market and old town

Attention point

Depends on the organisation of the stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check last shuttle return before moving away from the centre

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Yélo La Rochelle: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to La Rochelle-Île de Ré airport

La Rochelle - Île de Ré airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct and convenient after disembarking with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the Yélo bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow margin depending on traffic and flight formalities

Source : La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to the Old Port

Old Port of La Rochelle

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct and fast to the historic centre

Attention point

More expensive than bus or shuttle

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Tour Saint-Nicolas

Saint-Nicolas Tower / Old Port

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the Old Port symbol

Attention point

More expensive than bus/shuttle

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good drop-off point for visiting the towers and the old centre

Source : Tours de La Rochelle: https://www.tours-la-rochelle.fr/ | Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to La Rochelle station

La Rochelle station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to train or coach with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if train booked or tight connection

Source : SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to aquarium

Aquarium La Rochelle

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 28,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to a major family visit

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return journey if very busy or long visit times

Source : Aquarium La Rochelle: https://www.aquarium-larochelle.com/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | services taxi locaux

Yélo bus to La Rochelle-Île de Ré airport

La Rochelle - Île de Ré airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Frequency according to Yélo timetable / line serving the airport
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economic public connection to the airport

Attention point

Times to be checked according to day and season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; the airport has public transport links and lines to La Rochelle / Île de Ré

Source : La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/

Yélo bus to Vieux-Port

Old Port of La Rochelle

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An economical option for getting to the historic centre and towers

Attention point

Exact stop to be checked at port exit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; from the platform it may be necessary to go to a Yélo stop at La Pallice.

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/

Yélo bus to Tour Saint-Nicolas

Saint-Nicolas Tower / Old Port

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective access to the iconic Old Port

Attention point

Longer journey than taxi or shuttle cruise

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good drop-off point for visiting the towers and old town centre

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | Tours de La Rochelle: https://www.tours-la-rochelle.fr/

Yélo bus to town centre / Place de Verdun

Place de Verdun / town centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical access to the administrative and shopping centre

Attention point

Less direct than a shuttle or taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good drop-off point for central market, parks and old town

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/

Yélo bus to La Rochelle station

La Rochelle station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to reach trains and coaches without a taxi

Attention point

Journey times dependent on urban traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for SNCF connections or regional excursions

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/

VTC to La Rochelle-Île de Ré airport

La Rochelle - Île de Ré airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

Availability varies according to ship arrival

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

VTC to Vieux-Port

Old Port of La Rochelle

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Variable availability in port areas

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pick-up point on leaving the port

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

VTC to La Rochelle station

La Rochelle station

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct with price fixed in advance

Attention point

Uncompetitive price compared to the bus if you are travelling light

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful with luggage or close connections

Source : SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Minimes beach

Plage des Minimes

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to beach and marina

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful with beach gear or children

Source : Port de plaisance de La Rochelle: https://www.portlarochelle.com/ | La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to the Ile de Ré without waiting for the bus

Attention point

High cost and return to be organised

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm return fare, bridge and pick-up time

Source : Île de Ré Tourisme: https://www.iledere.com/ | La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to Île de Ré with return possible

Attention point

High cost and return to be organised

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with pick-up time

Source : Île de Ré Tourisme: https://www.iledere.com/ | La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Walk to the La Pallice district

La Pallice / port district

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to reach the nearest neighbourhood without transport

Attention point

Tourism and the port environment

Accessibility : Moyenne

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; this is a stopover option only, not really suited to exploring La Rochelle.

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Yélo La Rochelle: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/

Yélo bus to aquarium

Aquarium La Rochelle

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

An economical option for a major family visit to La Rochelle

Attention point

Connection or final walk possible depending on line

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check opening times and crowds before departure

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | Aquarium La Rochelle: https://www.aquarium-larochelle.com/

Yélo bus to Minimes beach

Plage des Minimes

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,70 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Yélo timetable
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economical option to Les Minimes beach and marina

Attention point

Quite a long journey from La Pallice

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; interesting if the weather is favourable and the stopover is long enough.

Source : Yélo Lignes et plans: https://yelo.agglo-larochelle.fr/lignes-et-plans/ | Port de plaisance de La Rochelle: https://www.portlarochelle.com/

Train to Rochefort

Rochefort station

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to SNCF TER
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Fast rail link to Rochefort

Attention point

Need to get to La Rochelle station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check TER return timetable and connection time from the port

Source : SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | Rochefort Océan Tourisme: https://www.rochefort-ocean.com/

Shuttle excursion to Rochefort

Rochefort

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to Rochefort and the naval arsenal

Attention point

Free time varies according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether the excursion includes Corderie Royale, Hermione or the historic centre.

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Rochefort Océan Tourisme: https://www.rochefort-ocean.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Île de Ré

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the Île de Ré with safe return journey

Attention point

Imposed timetable according to excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check free time, bridge passage and guaranteed return to ship

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Île de Ré Tourisme: https://www.iledere.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Rochefort

Rochefort

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to Rochefort without connection

Attention point

High cost for a classic stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return if limited stopover

Source : Rochefort Océan Tourisme: https://www.rochefort-ocean.com/ | SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | services taxi locaux

Walk to Chef de Baie beach

Chef de Baie beach

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Nearest beach to the commercial port

Attention point

Port route and fairly long distance

Accessibility : Moyenne

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pedestrian exit from the port before walking.

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | La Rochelle Tourisme - Les trois ports: https://www.nous-larochelle.fr/fr/inspiration/nos-ports/les-trois-ports-de-la-rochelle

Regional bus to Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 2,50 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Frequency according to regional routes 150-151-152 and season
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Economy option to the Île de Ré

Attention point

Return timetables and seasonality to be checked imperatively

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; the airport indicates routes 150-151-152 to the villages on the Île de Ré

Source : La Rochelle Airport Public Transport: https://www.larochelle.aeroport.fr/en/acces-et-parking/transports-commun/ | Île de Ré Tourisme: https://www.iledere.com/

Regional bus to Rochefort

Rochefort

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Frequency according to regional bus / SNCF according to period
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Economic excursion to a heritage town linked to the arsenal

Attention point

Long journey and return times to be secured

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check regional timetables before leaving La Rochelle

Source : La Rochelle Tourisme: https://www.larochelle-tourisme.com/ | Rochefort Océan Tourisme: https://www.rochefort-ocean.com/

Train to Niort

Niort station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Frequency according to SNCF TER
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Provides access to Niort and the Marais Poitevin

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable and any connections to the Marais Poitevin.

Source : SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | Niort Marais Poitevin Tourisme: https://www.niortmaraispoitevin.com/

Train to Saintes

Saintes station

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 65 min
Frequency Frequency according to SNCF TER
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Rail access to a historic Charente town

Attention point

Need to get to La Rochelle station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be reserved for long stopovers with confirmed return times

Source : SNCF Connect: https://www.sncf-connect.com/ | Saintes Tourisme: https://www.saintes-tourisme.fr/

Shuttle excursion to Marais Poitevin

Coulon / Poitevin Marsh

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to Green Venice

Attention point

Long journey and programme dependent on the boat trip

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only if guaranteed return to the ship

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Marais Poitevin Tourisme: https://www.parc-marais-poitevin.fr/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Cognac

Cognac

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the cognac houses and heritage of Charente

Attention point

Long journey from La Rochelle

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; only bookable with a long stopover and guaranteed return.

Source : Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | Cognac Tourisme: https://www.destination-cognac.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Marais Poitevin

Coulon / Poitevin Marsh

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 120,00 €
Estimated duration 65 min
Frequency Available by private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct to the Green Venice and the landing stages

Attention point

A long journey and a safe return journey are essential

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only with a long stopover and a confirmed return timetable.

Source : Marais Poitevin Tourisme: https://www.parc-marais-poitevin.fr/ | Port Atlantique La Rochelle Croisières: https://www.larochelle.port.fr/trafics-filieres/croisieres/ | services taxi locaux

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.