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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Fontenay-le-Comte for La Rochelle every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 18 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.
15:251h07
Fontenay-le-Comte16:32La Rochelle
£81One-way
0 changes
15:191h18
Fontenay-le-Comte16:37La Rochelle
£91One-way
0 changes
15:251h07
Fontenay-le-Comte16:32La Rochelle
£81One-way
0 changes
15:191h18
Fontenay-le-Comte16:37La Rochelle
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 19:43
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:19 Fontenay-le-Comte | 1h18 | 16:37 La Rochelle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:25 Fontenay-le-Comte | 1h07 | 16:32 La Rochelle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle
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Buses from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle run on average 13 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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 42 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 18m |
First bus 05:20 |
Last bus 21:09 |
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 Fontenay-le-Comte to La RochelleYou can travel by bus between Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus for as low as £9. 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 7m
Cheapest Price
£8
SNCF | Autocar frequency
6 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 2m
Aléop Lignes Express régionales frequency
2 a day
SNCF Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 27m
SNCF Bus frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
Cheap coach tickets from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to La Rochelle from Fontenay-le-Comte is on average 1 h 7 min for the 26 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to La Rochelle from Fontenay-le-Comte by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle leaves at 05: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle leaves at 21: 09.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle without having to change trains with SNCF | Autocar or Aléop Lignes Express régionales. There are 7 direct coaches from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus or Aléop Lignes Express régionales. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to La Rochelle from Fontenay-le-Comte is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle is September.
You have options as you can travel from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
No, luggage for the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Fontenay-le-Comte to La Rochelle.
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