The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Buses per day
12
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 €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 12 buses that leave Paris for La Rochelle on Sat, Mar 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 29 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 398 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h30 | 11:05 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h29 | 11:29 PM La Rochelle, Place De Verdun | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h29 | 11:29 PM La Rochelle, Place De Verdun | 0 transfersDirect | |
4035 | 6:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h29 | 11:29 PM La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Paris | 5h29 | 11:29 PM La Rochelle, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 6:25 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h50 | 10:10 AM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h40 | 6:10 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h35 | 6:10 PM La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Paris to La Rochelle buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Paris to La Rochelle.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Paris to La Rochelle.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Paris to La Rochelle.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Paris to La Rochelle.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to La Rochelle
Buses from Paris to La Rochelle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 398 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 29m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Paris to La RochelleYou can travel by bus between Paris to La Rochelle with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as €13. 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to La Rochelle
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
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