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Today29 Jul
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$121
Thu31 Jul
from US$159
Fri1 Aug
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to La Rochelle

Bus
Average priceUS$61 - US$257Average duration18h 25m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Train
Average priceUS$121 - US$121Average duration23h 26m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cologne to La Rochelle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
18h 25mAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to La Rochelle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$104
Average bus trip duration18h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance498 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Cologne to La Rochelle Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cologne to La Rochelle, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - La Rochelle

  1. How far is La Rochelle from Cologne by coach?

    The journey from Cologne to La Rochelle by coach covers an approximate distance of 495 miles (798 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach La Rochelle from Cologne without flying?

    To travel from Cologne 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 also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$133
28/07
US$114
Today
US$57
30/07
US$115
31/07
US$149
01/08
US$132
02/08
US$155
03/08
US$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to La Rochelle was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$57

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

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Cologne to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109, which is on 2025-08-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to La Rochelle.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to La Rochelle, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to La Rochelle that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to La Rochelle.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to La Rochelle?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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