How far is Nantes from La Rochelle by coach?

The journey from La Rochelle to Nantes by coach covers an approximate distance of 75 miles (121 km).

Is there a way to reach Nantes from La Rochelle without a car?

You can reach Nantes from La Rochelle by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus La Rochelle to Nantes from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from La Rochelle to Nantes on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	2h 35m	11:00	Nantes	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	6h 45m	15:10	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

Next departures from La Rochelle to Nantes on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:20	La Rochelle	2h 50m	17:10	Nantes	CheapestFastest

Next departures from La Rochelle to Nantes on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	2h 35m	11:00	Nantes	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:20	La Rochelle	2h 50m	17:10	Nantes	No tags
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	6h 45m	15:10	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

Next departures from La Rochelle to Nantes on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:20	La Rochelle	2h 50m	17:10	Nantes	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	2h 35m	11:00	Nantes	Fastest
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	6h 45m	15:10	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

Next departures from La Rochelle to Nantes on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	2h 35m	11:00	Nantes	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:20	La Rochelle	2h 50m	17:10	Nantes	No tags
Bus	08:25	La Rochelle	6h 45m	15:10	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from La Rochelle to Nantes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nantes. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

75 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £45	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £110	Average duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £24	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,279 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,108 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 La Rochelle and Nantes?

Stops in La Rochelle

A - Gare routière de La Rochelle

B - La Rochelle (Gare routière)

C - Avenue Jean Moulin

Stops in Nantes

A - 2 route de Paris

B - Nantes Airport

C - Hotel Mercure

D - 10 Allée de la Maison Rouge

E - 15 Rue de Briord

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from La Rochelle to Nantes

How far is Nantes from La Rochelle by coach?
The journey from La Rochelle to Nantes by coach covers an approximate distance of 75 miles (121 km).
Is there a way to reach Nantes from La Rochelle without a car?
You can reach Nantes from La Rochelle by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/11

£10

10/11

£10

Today

£19

12/11

£10

13/11

£15

14/11

£8

15/11

£7

16/11

£7

The cheapest trip from La Rochelle to Nantes was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £23 for a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Nantes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-16.