The cheapest buses from Paris to La Rochelle
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to La Rochelle will cost around $ 38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 25.
Timetable Paris to La Rochelle
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The fastest buses from Paris to La Rochelle
Fastest Journey
4 h 30 m
Average
5 h 53 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
398 km
Of the 6 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
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Bus Information to La Rochelle from Paris
 | Distance | 246 miles (397 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 7 h 15 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $29 (€24) |
 | Direct bus | Yes |
 | Bus providers | Flixbus, BlaBlaCar, Ouibus or Isilines |
Buses from Paris to La Rochelle cover the 246 miles (397 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 15 min with our travel partners like Flixbus, BlaBlaCar, Ouibus or Isilines. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $29 (€24), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $25 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in La Rochelle, Jean Moulin.
Bus companies
Bus from Paris to La Rochelle with FlixBus
You can travel by bus from Paris to La Rochelle with FlixBus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
FlixBus has updated its ticket policies due to the coronavirus. Keep these in mind when booking your FlixBus tickets from Paris to La Rochelle and when traveling by bus:
- Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
- All bookings can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure (a fee may apply).
- Cancellations made 30 days before departure are free of charge.
- Canceled tickets are refunded as a voucher, which is valid for 12 months, and is the value of the original booking (minus a cancellation fee, if applicable).
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips
When departing from Paris, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris, Pl. Du Panthéon and Paris, Paris (Bercy Seine). When arriving in La Rochelle, you can end your route in bus stations like La Rochelle, Jean Moulin, La Rochelle, Place De Verdun and La Rochelle, Gare routière.
Omio customers book a bus from Paris Gare de Lyon to La Rochelle, Jean Moulin most frequently for this route.
The most popular departure bus station with passengers for this trip, called Paris Gare de Lyon, is located 1 mile (s) / 2 km from the city center of Paris.
The most popular arrival bus station, La Rochelle, Jean Moulin, is located 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center of La Rochelle.
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