- Must visit
Cité de l'espace
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Rochelle to Toulouse 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 Toulouse will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 4 buses that leave La Rochelle for Toulouse every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 351 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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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51028
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Toulouse 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 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 351 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Toulouse coaches for today, Thursday 6 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 14:35 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 6h10 | 20:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
51028 | 21:30 La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 5h15 | 2:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 August | |||||
FlixBus | 0:30 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 4h50 | 5:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from La Rochelle to Toulouse run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 351 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 351 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 63 days |
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Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
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Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
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Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) -> Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most La Rochelle to Toulouse buses use the La Rochelle, Jean Moulin to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare La Rochelle and Toulouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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