Getting around Ile de Ré

   By bicycle

The most iconic way to get around the island is, of course, by bicycle: eco-friendly, practical, sporty and often faster than the car on busy days. With 138 km of cycle paths and virtually flat terrain, Ile de Ré stands out as the ideal destination for cycling enthusiasts and those who love greener modes of transport.
In every village, you will find a wide range of bike hire outlets, many of which also rent out electric bikes.

On foot

In the villages, walking is also an excellent way to enjoy everything the island has to offer, whilst keeping active, as distances remain manageable.

By bus

On the island, you can also get on one of the buses coming from La Rochelle (bus route 150).
The route runs from Sablanceaux to Les Portes-en-Ré, passing through each of the island’s villages and main points of interest. The bus is a convenient way to get around, whilst helping reduce traffic on the roads.
Single ticket: €2.50. Return ticket: €4.50. Free for children under 4 years old.

   By electric village shuttle

Village shuttles
Take one of the free electric village shuttles to get from one point to another within a village smartly, sustainably and swiftly.

Circular shuttles
The free electric circular shuttle connects Saint-Martin-de-Ré, La Flotte, Sainte-Marie-de-Ré and Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré.

   By car, motorbike or moped

While we encourage you to opt for greener ways of getting around to protect the environment and reduce traffic on the island, all the island’s villages can be reached by car, motorbike or moped.