How do I get from La Rochelle to Ile de Re?
There is a bus link between La Rochelle train station and the Ile de Ré will take around 1 hour. Car hire or taxis are available at the station (for example, the cost of a taxi ride to Saint-Martin de Re is approx. €60, this price depends on the Ile de Re’s village you are going to).
How much is a taxi from La Rochelle to Ile de Re?
What is the price for a taxi from Airport La Rochelle – île de Ré to Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré? The estimated average price for a taxi in this area is 88 € while the cheapest rate obtained is 47 €. From 1 to 4 passengers the average cost is 85 €, for a minivan (5 to 8 passengers) it costs about 134 €.
How do I get to Ile de Re?
By ferry: The closest ferry port, St Malo, is about 3.5 hour’s drive away. It is served from the UK by Brittany Ferries. Crossing the 3km bridge to the Ile de Ré by car costs 16.50€ in summer (half price in winter) and is free on foot or by bicycle.
Who flys to La Rochelle from UK?
However, you can reach La Rochelle direct with Ryanair from Stansted, easyJet from Bristol and Gatwick, and Flybe from Birmingham, Manchester and Southampton.
How much is the bridge to Île de Ré?
The passage of the bridge is 3 € for two motorized wheels all the year. For vehicles under 50 cm,3, it’s free.
Is there Uber in La Rochelle?
Uber is always a very convenient option costing 2 € more than traditional taxis and bringing you to any destination in La Rochelle .
How do I get from La Rochelle airport to the city?
Airport – Aéroport La Rochelle-Ile de Ré The cheapest and fastest way to get into town is by bus. Buses are available all week (Mon-sat take line 7, Sundays take line 47), running from the airport to the centre of La Rochelle, and vice-versa, about every 30 minutes. The journey takes around 15 minutes.
Where can I fly from in the UK to La Rochelle?
You can currently fly direct to La Rochelle from the following UK airports:
- Manchester.
- London Stansted.
- London Gatwick.
- Bristol.
Is there a ferry from La Rochelle to Ile de Re?
Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saint-Martin-de-Ré. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.
Where do you fly to for Ile de Re?
La Rochelle
The nearest airport to Île de Ré is La Rochelle (LRH) Airport which is 17.4 km away. Other nearby airports include Nantes (NTE) (107.4 km) and Bordeaux (BOD) (162.2 km).
Why is La Rochelle famous?
A German stronghold, La Rochelle was the last French city to be liberated at the end of the war. The Allied siege of La Rochelle took place between 12 September 1944 and 7 May 1945. The stronghold, including the islands of Ré and Oléron, was held by 20,000 German troops under German vice-admiral Ernst Schirlitz.
How much is the bridge to Ile de Re?
Can you drive a car on Ile de Re?
Île de Ré Highlights The Île de Ré is separated from La Rochelle by an impressive three-km toll bridge, but although you can drive across, the island is best explored by bike or on horseback, both readily available for hire.