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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to La Rochelle

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 56 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

398 km

Cheap tickets

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 £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 7 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle 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 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
11:507h25
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
19:15La Rochelle, Jean Moulin
£181One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:305h00
Paris
17:30La Rochelle
£281One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
10:004h30
Paris
14:30La Rochelle
£291One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
13:205h10
Paris
18:30La Rochelle
£311One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
14:005h00
Paris
19:00La Rochelle
£311One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train 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 £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. 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 £36.

Distance: 398 km

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Train

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£69

Average Price

7h 17m

Average total duration

6h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Paris to La Rochelle bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 17:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
10h25
04:45 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus23:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
7h50
07:15 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin0 changesdirect
Wednesday 5 November
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
7h25
18:15 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Paris to La Rochelle

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Buses from Paris to La Rochelle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 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
398 km
Average bus duration
6h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
7h 0m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:55
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: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Paris to La RochelleYou can travel by bus between Paris to La Rochelle with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
£18
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

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
4 a day

FAQs: Paris to La Rochelle coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Paris 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 Paris to La Rochelle.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Paris to La Rochelle can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Paris to La Rochelle is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Paris and La Rochelle is on average 7 h 15 min   for the 246 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to La Rochelle from Paris by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Paris to La Rochelle leaves at 08: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Paris to La Rochelle leaves at 22: 55.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Paris to La Rochelle with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Paris to La Rochelle coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or BlaBlaCar. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Paris to La Rochelle as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Paris, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle. When arriving in La Rochelle, you can end your trip in coach stations like La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin and La Rochelle, Jean Moulin.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Paris to La Rochelle by coach is August.
You have options as you can travel to La Rochelle from Paris 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Paris to La Rochelle has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.
    No, luggage for the coach from Paris to La Rochelle needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Paris to La Rochelle.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Paris and La Rochelle

    Paris
    La Rochelle
    The major coach station for departures in Paris is Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) for your trip from Paris to La Rochelle.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Quai de Bercy
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
    • Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
    • Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    • Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
    Paris, Gare routière de RoissypôleWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:30-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    23 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Rue de Dublin
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café de la Gare (in the station)
    • Le Bistrot Parisien (0.2 km)
    • Brasserie Roissy (0.5 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Paris, Gare routière de Roissypôle
    • Bus: 350, 351, 93 Train: RER B
    Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle
    information
    Paris, Pont de Levallois
    information
    Paris, Bibliothèque François Mitterrand
    information

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