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Bus Lyon to La Rochelle: Trip Overview
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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.
Based on 7573 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $30.00
Lyon to La Rochelle Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 7 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:50AM - 11:55PM |
Minimum Price | $31 |
Average Ticket Price | $50 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 9h55m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 14h50m |
Distance | 288 miles (463 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, BlaBlaBus |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Lyon and La Rochelle?
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Perrache4 Place de Francfort, 69003 Lyon-3E-Arrondissement, France
Part-Dieu20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
Villeurbanne INSALes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Les Charrières8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
LyonPlace Pierre Sémard, 17000 La Rochelle, France
Gare routière de La Rochelle9 Place de Verdun, 17000 La Rochelle, France
La Rochelle (Gare routière)1 Avenue Jean Moulin, 17000 La Rochelle, France
Avenue Jean MoulinFrequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - La Rochelle
The best way to travel from Lyon to La Rochelle is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.
Traveling from Lyon to La Rochelle takes about 14h 50m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 9h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 290 miles (467 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 290 miles (467 km).
On average, there are 7 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Lyon to La Rochelle may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Lyon to La Rochelle a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!
The first bus leaves at 12:50 AM and the last one leaves at 11:55 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Lyon to La Rochelle leave from Perrache and arrive at Gare routière de La Rochelle. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. With prices starting at $30, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.
The average bus ticket price from Lyon to La Rochelle is $50. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $30 and $191, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Once in La Rochelle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Musée des Automates, Grand Roue La Rochelle, Cathedrale St-Louis, The Maritime Museum and Le Bunker de La Rochelle.
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To 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 $32 to $145 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 $34 which is on 2024-04-28.
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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to La Rochelle.
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 Lyon to La Rochelle that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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.
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.
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