La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte bus with SNCF | Autocar

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The cheapest and fastest buses from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

$2

Average price

$5

Fastest journey

10 m

Average duration

14 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave La Rochelle for Fontenay-le-Comte on Thu, May 14, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .

On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 20 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    11:00 AM0h10
    La Rochelle
    11:10 AMFontenay-le-Comte
    $21One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    1:40 PM0h20
    La Rochelle
    2:00 PMFontenay-le-Comte
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    6:30 PM0h10
    La Rochelle
    6:40 PMFontenay-le-Comte
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    11:40 AM0h20
    La Rochelle
    12:00 PMFontenay-le-Comte
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    7:50 AM0h20
    La Rochelle
    8:10 AMFontenay-le-Comte
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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Driving

$14

Average price

Cheapest

$16

Average price

$11

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is a bus with an average price of $14 (€11).

This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte costing on average $16 (€13).

The fastest way to travel from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is by bus with an average journey time of 58m.

Other travel options to Fontenay-le-Comte take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between La Rochelle and Fontenay-le-Comte including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -1h -3m sooner (58m by bus vs 55m by car) and save roughly $-2.58 (€-2.07) compared to fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:10AM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$2
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:40AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:40PM
Arrival Time
07:50PM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$5

Live departures

La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte bus times

The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
BlaBlaCar7:50 AM La Rochelle
0h20
8:10 AM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar8:00 AM La Rochelle
0h50
8:50 AM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar10:00 AM La Rochelle
0h20
10:20 AM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar11:00 AM La Rochelle
0h10
11:10 AM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar11:40 AM La Rochelle
0h20
12:00 PM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar11:40 AM La Rochelle
0h10
11:50 AM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar1:40 PM La Rochelle
0h20
2:00 PM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar6:30 PM La Rochelle
0h10
6:40 PM Fontenay-le-Comte0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte buses with Omio?

SNCF | Autocar as well as Aléop Lignes Express régionales or SNCF Bus offer buses services from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.

Why book with Omio vs SNCF | Autocar?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | Autocar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Aléop Lignes Express régionales or SNCF Bus to find the best option for your trip from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF | Autocar with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte

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Buses from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte run on average 13 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 21:09. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 1h 18m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
26 miles (42 km)
Average bus duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
1h 18m
First bus
5:20 AM
Last bus
9:09 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
6 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-ComteYou can travel by bus between La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

SNCF | Autocar

About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as "Autocar" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
SNCF | Autocar frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

Aléop Lignes Express régionales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Aléop Lignes Express régionales frequency
2 a day

SNCF Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
SNCF Bus frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte 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 Fontenay-le-Comte, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is $14 (€11) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is 1h 18m to travel the 26 miles (42 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte leaves at 9:09 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte, you can count on SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus for the best way to get you to Fontenay-le-Comte. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between La Rochelle and Fontenay-le-Comte and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Fontenay-le-Comte from La Rochelle is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between La Rochelle and Fontenay-le-Comte including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte:
  • SNCF | Autocar
    • Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte for bus company SNCF | Autocar.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company SNCF | Autocar.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte depends on the bus companies:
  • SNCF | Autocar
    • Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte:
  • SNCF | Autocar
    • You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte:
  • SNCF | Autocar
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte. The following conditions apply:
  • SNCF | Autocar
    • Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar.
Since both La Rochelle and Fontenay-le-Comte are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from La Rochelle to Fontenay-le-Comte among Omio's users.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Fontenay-le-Comte, travelers should remain aware of common petty crimes such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded markets or near popular attractions. There are no widespread reports of specific scams targeting visitors, but standard precautions like safeguarding personal belongings and avoiding unlicensed vendors are recommended to ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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