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 |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:14 AM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go 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 $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$67 - $258 | Average Duration15h 25m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$89 - $93 | 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 from Lyon to La Rochelle by bus
How far is Lyon from La Rochelle?
The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle is approximately 467 km (290 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Lyon to La Rochelle?
Buses departing from Perrache in Lyon will take you to Gare routière de La Rochelle in La Rochelle.
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 Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $67To 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 $67 to $154 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 $67 which is on 2025-11-29.
