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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to La Rochelle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to La Rochelle will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for La Rochelle on Sun, Mar 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bilbao to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $156.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price |
8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bilbao to La Rochelle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to La Rochelle buses for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 PM Bilbao | 7h35 | 3:55 AM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:20 PM Bilbao | 7h35 | 5:55 AM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 8 | |||||
| 7:50 AM Bilbao | 8h15 | 4:05 PM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to La Rochelle.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to La Rochelle.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle
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Buses from Bilbao to La Rochelle run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Bilbao to La RochelleYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to La Rochelle with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to La Rochelle
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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