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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, while a train costs an average of £213.
Distance: 594 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price | £87 Average Price | £171 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Barcelona:
A coach is £21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from La Rochelle to Barcelona costing on average £87.
A coach is £147 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Barcelona costing on average £213.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 11m.
Coach takes on average 12h 42m.
Tickets start at around £66 compared to roughly £171 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £105. The journey takes 12h 12m versus 7h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Barcelona from La Rochelle by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from La Rochelle to Barcelona is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Barcelona are Girona, Sitges, Figueres, Tarragona and Lloret de Mar. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Barcelona on Omio.
Girona is known for its colourful riverside houses, medieval lanes and rich Jewish heritage. Its compact old town, crowned by the cathedral, feels both historic and lively, with a strong Catalan food culture.
Sitges is a coastal town in Catalonia known for its beaches, whitewashed streets and lively cultural scene. It mixes Mediterranean ease with modern art heritage, film festivals and a well-known inclusive nightlife.
Figueres is best known as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí and for the striking Teatre-Museu Dalí. Beneath its surreal reputation, it feels like a lively Catalan market city with broad squares and a strong local character.
Tarragona is known for its Roman remains, especially the seaside amphitheatre and the legacy of ancient Tarraco. It also feels distinctly Mediterranean, with a historic centre, beaches and a strong Catalan identity.
Lloret de Mar is a lively Costa Brava resort known for its beaches and nightlife. Behind the seafront buzz, its maritime heritage and gardens give the town a more varied character.
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This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Barcelona:
A coach is £21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from La Rochelle to Barcelona costing on average £87.
A coach is £147 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Barcelona costing on average £213.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 11m.
Coach takes on average 12h 42m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between La Rochelle and Barcelona as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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