What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €40 and takes 7h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €90 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Lyon. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Lyon?

The distance between La Rochelle and Lyon is 514 km. The road distance is 547.6 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €160 - €310.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Lyon?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from La Rochelle to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Lyon bus from?

La Rochelle to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Lyon train from?

La Rochelle to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train, bus or fly from La Rochelle to Lyon?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €90 - €290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €310 and takes 5h 50m, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Lyon bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Lyon train arrive?

La Rochelle to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at St Pierre Des Corps station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Lyon is 548 km. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from La Rochelle to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Lyon?

Book your La Rochelle to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Lyon?

Book your La Rochelle to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 4140+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Lyon?

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

La Rochelle to Lyon - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

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There are 8 ways to get from La Rochelle to Lyon by plane, train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane LRH - LYS
3h 7m
€90–285
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Lyonrideshare 548.9 km
7h 57m
€40
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
5h 50m
€162–302
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 25m
€60–120
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane NTE - LYS
5h 23m
€114–267
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BOD - LYS
6h 19m
€97–242
Train via Lyon Perrache
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Lyon Perrachetrain Intercités / ...
7h 51m
€132–242
Drive 547.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Lyoncar 547.6 km
6h 57m
€85–123

La Rochelle to Lyon by train

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Distance: 513.6 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Lyon, France?

easyJet flies from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Lyon Part Dieu via St Pierre Des Corps in around 5h 50m.

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