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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to La Rochelle 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 will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 16 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle on Sat, Dec 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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 bus 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 bus with prices starting from €19. 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 bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 398 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
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 buses for tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h50 | 10:10 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
 54027 | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h00 | 2:00 PM La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h05 | 5:50 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h20 | 7:05 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h25 | 6:15 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 10h25 | 11:05 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h45 | 11:05 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h25 | 4:45 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h20 | 5:55 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
| 50927 | 10:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h35 | 6:30 AM La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 398 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 €19. 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to La Rochelle 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Paris, you have various coach station options to start your journey 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to La Rochelle
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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