How far is La Rochelle from Paris by coach?

The distance between Paris and La Rochelle by coach is approximately 247 miles (399 km).

What is the best way to go from Paris to La Rochelle without a car?

You can travel to La Rochelle from Paris by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Paris to La Rochelle from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paris to La Rochelle on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:30	Aéroport CDG	8h 45m	08:15	La Rochelle	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Paris to La Rochelle on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Bercy Seine	7h 25m	19:15	La Rochelle	Cheapest
Bus	01:00	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	7h 15m	08:15	La Rochelle	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Bercy Seine	9h 55m	21:25	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	00:25	Bercy Seine	7h 50m	08:15	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	21:45	Bercy Seine	10h 35m	08:20	La Rochelle	No tags

Next departures from Paris to La Rochelle on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Bercy Seine	7h 25m	19:15	La Rochelle	Cheapest
Bus	01:00	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	7h 15m	08:15	La Rochelle	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Bercy Seine	9h 55m	21:25	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	00:25	Bercy Seine	7h 50m	08:15	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	21:45	Bercy Seine	10h 35m	08:20	La Rochelle	No tags

Next departures from Paris to La Rochelle on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Bercy Seine	7h 25m	19:15	La Rochelle	Cheapest
Bus	01:00	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	7h 15m	08:15	La Rochelle	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Bercy Seine	9h 55m	21:25	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	00:25	Bercy Seine	7h 50m	08:15	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	21:45	Bercy Seine	10h 35m	08:20	La Rochelle	No tags

Next departures from Paris to La Rochelle on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:45	Bercy Seine	10h 35m	08:20	La Rochelle	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Bercy Seine	9h 55m	21:25	La Rochelle	Fastest
Bus	07:50	Aéroport CDG	13h 35m	21:25	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	09:50	Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parking	11h 35m	21:25	La Rochelle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 22:56 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Paris to La Rochelle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

247 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£18 - £115	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £60	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paris and La Rochelle?

Stops in Paris

A
Orly Airport
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B
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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C
Charles de Gaulle Airport
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D
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France
E
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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F
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,453 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paris to La Rochelle

How far is La Rochelle from Paris by coach?
The distance between Paris and La Rochelle by coach is approximately 247 miles (399 km).
What is the best way to go from Paris to La Rochelle without a car?
You can travel to La Rochelle from Paris by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£19

26/11

£25

Today

£20

28/11

£20

29/11

£21

30/11

£35

01/12

£18

02/12

£17

The cheapest trip from Paris to La Rochelle was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paris to La Rochelle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £79 for a bus ticket from Paris to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-02.