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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a flight costs an average of £198.
Distance: 487 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price | £198 Average Price | £159 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to La Rochelle:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to La Rochelle costing on average £139.
A coach is £143 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to La Rochelle costing on average £198.
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 29m.
Coach takes on average 9h 16m.
Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £159 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £104. The journey takes 8h 46m versus 6h 30m 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 La Rochelle from Montpellier by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Montpellier to La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle are Rochefort, Saintes, Niort, Poitiers and Royan. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from La Rochelle on Omio.
Rochefort is a historic Atlantic port known for its naval past and the Corderie Royale. Its riverside setting and maritime museums give the town a calm, practical character.
Saintes is a riverside city in Charente-Maritime known for its Roman remains and Romanesque churches. The Arch of Germanicus, old stone streets and the Charente give it a calm, historic character.
Niort is best known for its twin-towered medieval Donjon and its place beside the Marais poitevin. The old centre, market halls and Sèvre Niortaise give the town a steady, practical character.
Poitiers is known for its Romanesque churches, medieval streets and lively student atmosphere. The old centre feels historic yet lived-in, with café culture and nearby Futuroscope adding a modern contrast.
Royan is a seaside town on France’s Atlantic coast, known for sandy beaches and distinctive post-war modernist architecture. Its setting on the Gironde estuary, with promenades, villas and a busy marina, gives it a relaxed resort feel.
Travel to La Rochelle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Montpellier to La Rochelle.
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to La Rochelle:
A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to La Rochelle costing on average £124.
A coach is £102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to La Rochelle costing on average £157.
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 8m.
Coach takes on average 9h 16m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and La Rochelle as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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