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Musée Maritime
A leading maritime museum with preserved vessels, including a weather ship and fishing boat, moored in the old harbour area.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to La Rochelle will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Grenoble to La Rochelle you need to make at least one change.
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Buses from Grenoble to La Rochelle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 545 km distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 545 km |
Average bus duration 13h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Grenoble to La Rochelle.
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to La Rochelle coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 17h45 | 14:30 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 change | |
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5130 · 4035 | 9:00 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 15h29 | 0:29 La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 16h50 | 6:55 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 change | |
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A leading maritime museum with preserved vessels, including a weather ship and fishing boat, moored in the old harbour area.
Natural history collections covering animals, ethnography and regional science, set in an elegant former governor’s residence.
Fine arts museum in a historic episcopal palace, showing paintings and decorative arts from the 15th to 20th centuries.
The city’s lively harbour lined with quays, cafés and historic towers; ideal for a first walk and classic La Rochelle views.
This old quarter of arcaded lanes, mansions and small squares captures the city’s mercantile character and rewards slow wandering.
A central pedestrian shopping street known for arcades, historic façades and easy access to the old town’s main sights.
Fresh oysters from nearby Marennes-Oléron, prized for their briny flavour and long oyster-farming tradition on the Charente coast.
Mussels cooked with pineau, cream or herbs are a Charente-Maritime staple, reflecting the region’s strong shellfish culture and Atlantic produce.
A rich fish stew from the Atlantic coast, usually made with local fish, shellfish, wine and aromatics, linked to old fishing traditions.
Smart contemporary restaurant focused on seasonal French cooking and carefully presented plates in an intimate old-town setting.
Elegant seafood restaurant by the harbour, known for oysters, fish and polished service in a refined but welcoming setting.
Historic brasserie on the Vieux Port serving seafood platters, regional dishes and classic French fare in a lively traditional room.
Moderate for a French coastal city: hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transport are usually manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxis are often rounded up.
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P+R Jean Moulin -> Place de Verdun, La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to La Rochelle by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at La Rochelle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Grenoble to La Rochelle buses use the Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard to La Rochelle, Jean Moulin station pair, with some services arriving at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and La Rochelle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) is 2 km from Grenoble city centre. Public transport options include:
Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford). ATMs are available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford).
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford).
Available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford): Basic accessibility features are available.
La Rochelle, Jean Moulin is 1 km from La Rochelle city centre. Public transport options include:
La Rochelle, Jean Moulin has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at La Rochelle, Jean Moulin. ATMs are available at La Rochelle, Jean Moulin.
Ticket office support is available at La Rochelle, Jean Moulin.
Available at La Rochelle, Jean Moulin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Rochelle, Jean Moulin: Wheelchair accessible buses available.
La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin is 1 km from La Rochelle city centre. Public transport options include:
La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin. ATMs are available at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin.
Ticket office support is available at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin.
Available at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin: Station is accessible for disabled passengers.
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