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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €40 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs €55 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Massy Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Lyon to La Rochelle?

The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle is 513 km. The road distance is 549.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €150 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Lyon to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Lyon to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs €55 - €320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €310 and takes 5h 46m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle train arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Massy Tgv station.

Can I drive from Lyon to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to La Rochelle is 549 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Lyon to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2036+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to La Rochelle?

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

Lyon to La Rochelle - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and rideshare

There are 10 ways to get from Lyon to La Rochelle by plane, train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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.

Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane LYS - LRH
3h 26m
€60–315
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to La Rochellerideshare 549 km
7h 55m
€40
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
5h 46m
€158–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to La Rochellebus N746
9h 50m
€50–95
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LYS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
6h 7m
€80–212
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
7h
€77–197
Fly to Poitiers–Biard Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Poitiers–Biard Airport (PIS)plane LYS - PIS
2. Take the train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Villetrain
6h 10m
€82–340
Train via Tours
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain 121A / ...
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
7h 58m
€123–248
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to St Etienne Chateaucreuxtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 30m
€54–110
Drive 549.4 km
1. Drive from Lyon to La Rochellecar 549.4 km
6h 59m
€85–122

Lyon to La Rochelle by train

2Weekly Trains

5h 46mAverage Duration

€158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 513.1 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

easyJet flies from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to La Rochelle Ville via Massy Tgv in around 5h 46m.

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