Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | La Rochelle | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | La Rochelle | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:55 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from La Rochelle to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£31 - £130 | Average duration14h 20m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£30 - £42 | Average duration6h 30m | 20kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in La Rochelle and Lyon?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from La Rochelle to Lyon
What's the distance between La Rochelle and Lyon by coach?
The distance between La Rochelle and Lyon by coach is approximately 290 miles (467 km).
How can I travel from La Rochelle to Lyon avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from La Rochelle to Lyon was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Rochelle to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £33 to £89 for a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-11-24.
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.
