Is there a way to reach La Rochelle from Madrid without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to La Rochelle without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from Madrid to La Rochelle?

The travel time from Madrid to La Rochelle is about 15h 40m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 13h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 417 miles (673 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Madrid and La Rochelle?

About 417 miles (673 km) separate Madrid and La Rochelle.

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

If you're headed to La Rochelle from Madrid, chances are that your bus will leave from Estación Sur and arrive at Gare routière de La Rochelle. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Madrid to La Rochelle?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Madrid to La Rochelle by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $42, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Madrid to La Rochelle?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Madrid to La Rochelle is $82. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $42 and $170, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?

Once in La Rochelle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Plage de Chatelaillon, Hotel de Ville, Altitudes Parachutisme, Old Town & Old Harbour and The Maritime Museum.

Madrid to La Rochelle Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to La Rochelle.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $170	Average Duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$89 - $89	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 15 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

15h 40mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to La Rochelle: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$82

Average bus trip duration15h 40m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure1:00pm

Distance417 miles (672 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/58,859 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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

3.5/510,282 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

ALSA

4.5/559,358 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

Madrid to La Rochelle Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Madrid and La Rochelle?

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Príncipe Pío

F - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

Stops in La Rochelle

A - Gare routière de La Rochelle

B - La Rochelle (Gare routière)

C - Avenue Jean Moulin

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - La Rochelle

Is there a way to reach La Rochelle from Madrid without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Madrid to La Rochelle?
What is the distance between Madrid and La Rochelle?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle?
What is the cheapest way to go from Madrid to La Rochelle?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Madrid to La Rochelle?
What are the best sights and things to do in La Rochelle?

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

Best price found

05/31

$64

06/01

$140

Today

$53

06/03

$39

06/04

$54

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06/06

$111

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The cheapest trip from Madrid to La Rochelle was searched and found on Jun 3, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $162 for a bus ticket from Madrid to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-06-03.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Madrid to La Rochelle but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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 Madrid to La Rochelle.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madrid to La Rochelle will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 40m	Avg Price$82	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time10h 10m	Avg Price$89	Daily Departures1

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