How far is La Rochelle from Lyon?

The distance separating La Rochelle and Lyon is 290 miles (467 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from La Rochelle to Lyon leave from Gare routière de La Rochelle and arrive at Perrache. These are the most popular 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 Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, Institut Lumière, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Walk along the Rhône and La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain.

Bus La Rochelle to Lyon from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for La Rochelle to Lyon on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:10pm	La Rochelle	13h 20m	6:30am	Perrache	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:30pm	La Rochelle	16h 50m	2:20pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	La Rochelle	15h 20m	4:45am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	8:10pm	La Rochelle	14h 40m	10:50am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	La Rochelle	16h 45m	2:45pm	Perrache	No tags

Next departures for La Rochelle to Lyon on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:35pm	La Rochelle	15h 25m	5:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:30pm	La Rochelle	16h 50m	2:20pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for La Rochelle to Lyon on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	La Rochelle	16h 50m	2:20pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for La Rochelle to Lyon on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	La Rochelle	16h 50m	2:20pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	La Rochelle	15h 25m	5:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for La Rochelle to Lyon on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:25pm	La Rochelle	15h 50m	5:15am	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	1:35pm	La Rochelle	15h 25m	5:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:35pm	La Rochelle	16h 20m	6:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	La Rochelle	16h 45m	2:45pm	Perrache	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:04 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from La Rochelle to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

289 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $166	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $54	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

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

3.5/511,143 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 Lyon?

Stops in La Rochelle

A - Gare routière de La Rochelle

B - La Rochelle (Gare routière)

C - Avenue Jean Moulin

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

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

How far is La Rochelle from Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from La Rochelle to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

No data

11/19

$77

Today

$54

11/21

$90

11/22

$78

11/23

$90

11/24

$43

11/25

No data

The cheapest trip from La Rochelle to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $43

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 Lyon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $113 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 $43 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.