What is the cheapest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €28 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clermont-Ferrand and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Clermont Ferrand and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Nevers and St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

The distance between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle is 558 km. The road distance is 393.8 km.

How do I travel from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs €35 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

The bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle takes 7h 30m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle bus from?

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Clermont-Ferrand station.

Where do I catch the Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle train from?

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Clermont Ferrand station.

Train or bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €240 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle train arrive?

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nevers station.

Can I drive from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle is 394 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

Book your Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

Book your Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2539+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Clermont-Ferrand and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochellebus N746
7h 30m
€35–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochellerideshare 394.8 km
6h 3m
€28
Train
1. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to Neverstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nevers to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
7h 40m
€76–233
Fly, train
1. Fly from Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (CFE) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane CFE - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
8h 1m
€114–651
Drive 393.8 km
1. Drive from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochellecar 393.8 km
5h 30m
€59–86

Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle by bus

9Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 557.8 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Clermont-Ferrand, France and La Rochelle, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Clermont-Ferrand to La Rochelle 5 times a week. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 7h 30m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Clermont Ferrand to La Rochelle Ville via Nevers and St Pierre Des Corps in around 7h 40m.

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