Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | La Rochelle | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | La Rochelle | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | La Rochelle | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to La Rochelle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£36 - £140 | Average duration15h 25m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£49 - £51 | Average duration7h 40m | 20kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and La Rochelle?
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in La Rochelle
- A
Gare routière de La Rochelle
Place Pierre Sémard, 17000 La Rochelle, France - B
La Rochelle (Gare routière)
9 Place de Verdun, 17000 La Rochelle, France - C
Avenue Jean Moulin
1 Avenue Jean Moulin, 17000 La Rochelle, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to La Rochelle
What's the distance between Lyon and La Rochelle by coach?
The journey from Lyon to La Rochelle by coach covers an approximate distance of 290 miles (467 km).
How can I travel from Lyon to La Rochelle avoiding air travel?
To travel from Lyon to La Rochelle without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to La Rochelle was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to La Rochelle as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £37 to £88 for a bus ticket from Lyon to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-28.
