The cheapest and fastest coaches from La Rochelle to Paris
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Rochelle to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Rochelle to Paris will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 7 buses that leave La Rochelle for Paris every day 7 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 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for La Rochelle to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 398 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
La Rochelle to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Paris coaches for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:25 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 7h25 | 19:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
5617 · 3134 | 12:35 La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 17h40 | 06:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 8h00 | 05:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Rochelle to Paris
Buses from La Rochelle to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 398 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from La Rochelle to ParisYou can travel by bus between La Rochelle to Paris with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: La Rochelle to Paris coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from La Rochelle, you have various coach station options to start your route from including La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin and La Rochelle, Jean Moulin. When arriving in Paris, you can end your trip in coach stations like Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in La Rochelle and Paris
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
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