The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to La Rochelle station
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to La Rochelle station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to La Rochelle station will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle station on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 399 km distance in an average of 7 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris to La Rochelle station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to La Rochelle station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 399 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris to La Rochelle station bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to La Rochelle station buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h25 | 4:45 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 6:25 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Paris | 7h00 | 1:00 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Paris | 7h15 | 2:55 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Paris to La Rochelle station by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to La Rochelle station
Buses from Paris to La Rochelle station run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 399 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 399 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Paris to La Rochelle stationYou can travel by bus between Paris to La Rochelle station with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris to La Rochelle station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to La Rochelle station by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at La Rochelle station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to La Rochelle station
- 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
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