How far is Lyon from La Rochelle?

The distance between the two cities is 290 miles (467 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to La Rochelle?

Most of the buses traveling from Lyon to La Rochelle leave from Perrache and arrive at Gare routière de La Rochelle. These are the primary departure and arrival 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 The Musée des Automates, Grand Roue La Rochelle, Cathedrale St-Louis, The Maritime Museum and Le Bunker de La Rochelle.

Bus Lyon to La Rochelle from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to La Rochelle on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	La Rochelle	Cheapest
Bus	11:59pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	14h 11m	2:10pm	La Rochelle	Fastest
Bus	1:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	18h 30m	8:20am	La Rochelle	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to La Rochelle on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	La Rochelle	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	18h 30m	8:20am	La Rochelle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:23 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon 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 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 40mAverage Duration

289 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $160	Average Duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$62 - $65	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,342 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,131 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and La Rochelle?

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in La Rochelle

A - Gare routière de La Rochelle

B - La Rochelle (Gare routière)

C - Avenue Jean Moulin

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to La Rochelle by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$51

11/16

$64

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11/19

$55

11/20

$47

11/21

$54

11/22

$47

The cheapest trip from Lyon to La Rochelle was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $47

To 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 $47 to $96 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 $47 which is on 2025-11-20.