The cheapest and fastest buses from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 4 buses that leave La Rochelle for Nantes Atlantique Airport on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
8:40 PM2h30La Rochelle11:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$91One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM2h00La Rochelle6:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$101One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM2h00La Rochelle9:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$101One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM2h00La Rochelle8:00 AMNantes Atlantique Airport$111One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM2h00La Rochelle6:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$101One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM2h00La Rochelle9:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$101One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM2h00La Rochelle8:00 AMNantes Atlantique Airport$111One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM2h30La Rochelle11:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Nantes Atlantique Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 PM La Rochelle | 2h30 | 11:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM La Rochelle | 2h30 | 11:30 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM La Rochelle | 2h00 | 8:00 AM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM La Rochelle | 2h00 | 6:10 PM Nantes Atlantique Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport.
- 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport
Buses from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique AirportYou can travel by bus between La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Nantes Atlantique Airport 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport, 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.
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