What is the distance between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle?

The distance separating Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle is 205 miles (331 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

If you're headed to La Rochelle from Clermont-Ferrand, chances are that your bus will leave from Gare Routière de Clermont-Ferrand and arrive at Gare routière de La Rochelle. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?

Once in La Rochelle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are New World Museum, Fouras, Le Bunker de La Rochelle, La Rochelle Aquarium and Ré Island.

Bus Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle from $40 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50pm	Gare Routière de Clermont-Ferrand	16h 35m	8:25am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Gare Routière de Clermont-Ferrand	16h 35m	8:25am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Arrêt d'Autobus de Clermont Ferrand	7h 40m	8:00am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Arrêt d'Autobus de Clermont Ferrand	11h	4:55am	La Rochelle	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Arrêt d'Autobus de Clermont Ferrand	11h 40m	5:45am	La Rochelle	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

205 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $173	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $66	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle?

Stops in Clermont-Ferrand

A
Gare Routière de Clermont-Ferrand
9 Avenue de la Libération, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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B
Clermont Campus
23 Avenue des Landais, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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C
3 Rue Léo Lagrange
3 Rue Léo Lagrange, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
D
Clermont-Ferrand (Boulevard Pasteur)
4 Boulevard Pasteur, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, 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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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle by bus

What is the distance between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?
What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?

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The cheapest trip from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $92 for a bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.