How to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle

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Compare train and bus for Madrid to La Rochelle

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a bus costs an average of $34.

Distance: 417 miles (672 km)

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$58

Average price

Cheapest

$177

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

12h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 55m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to La Rochelle:

A bus is $148 (€121) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to La Rochelle costing on average $206 (€168).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle is by bus with an average journey time of 12h 16m.

Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and La Rochelle including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to La Rochelle among Omio's users.

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from Madrid to La Rochelle

How to get from Madrid to La Rochelle by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:55 PM13h50
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:45 AMLa Rochelle, Jean Moulin
    $1281One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:55 PM13h50
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:45 AMLa Rochelle, Jean Moulin
    $1281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 PM11h45
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    7:30 AMLa Rochelle, Jean Moulin
    $1561One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 PM15h35
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    7:30 AMLa Rochelle, Jean Moulin
    $1461One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 PM12h10
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    7:30 AMLa Rochelle, Jean Moulin
    $1521One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3162 · 51027
    6:35 PM13h45
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    8:20 AMLa Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin
    $1601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to La Rochelle

Travel to La Rochelle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to La Rochelle.

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There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and La Rochelle including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to La Rochelle:

A bus is $148 (€121) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to La Rochelle costing on average $206 (€168).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle is by bus with an average journey time of 12h 16m.

Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 28m.

The distance from Madrid to La Rochelle is approximately 417 miles (672 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to La Rochelle is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and La Rochelle as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to La Rochelle:
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in La Rochelle, Jean Moulin.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to La Rochelle, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to La Rochelle by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe Viajeros to go to La Rochelle by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to La Rochelle:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to La Rochelle often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon, Nantes, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between La Rochelle and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in La Rochelle to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit, spending 2 to 3 days in La Rochelle allows you to explore its historic old town, visit the iconic towers, enjoy the local cuisine, and take a day trip to nearby Île de Ré.
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