The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris 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 Paris to La Rochelle will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 8 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle every day 6 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 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
Normal19:005h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0:29La Rochelle, Place De Verdun£201One-way0 changes
Normal19:005h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0:29La Rochelle, Place De Verdun£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:1510h00Paris, Porte Maillot19:15La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£531One-way1 change
FlixBus22:558h00Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:55La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£661One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:207h45Paris, Porte Maillot0:05La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£771One-way0 changes
Normal19:005h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0:29La Rochelle, Place De Verdun£201One-way0 changes
Normal19:005h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0:29La Rochelle, Place De Verdun£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:307h45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)19:15La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£891One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:257h45Paris, Porte Maillot11:10La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£801One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:207h45Paris, Porte Maillot0:05La Rochelle, Jean Moulin£771One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paris to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 398 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m 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
Paris to La Rochelle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to La Rochelle coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h45 | 11:10 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h00 | 19:15 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h45 | 19:15 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h55 | 0:05 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h45 | 0:05 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h29 | 0:29 La Rochelle, Place De Verdun | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h29 | 0:29 La Rochelle, Place De Verdun | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 6:55 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Paris to La Rochelle.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Paris to La Rochelle.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to La Rochelle
Buses from Paris to La Rochelle run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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 398 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 29m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar from Paris to La RochelleYou can travel by bus between Paris to La Rochelle with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to La Rochelle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and La Rochelle
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
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