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 27m and costs €55 - €280.

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 10h 40m.

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 and St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Lyon to La Rochelle?

The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle is 513 km. The road distance is 548.4 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 via Antony which takes 7h 1m and costs €100 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m 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 27m and costs €55 - €280. Alternatively, you can train via Antony, which costs €100 - €370 and takes 7h 1m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €140 and takes 10h 40m.

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 548 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m 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 2375+ 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

There are 9 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)LYS - LRH
3h 27m
€60–275
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to La RochelleN746
10h 40m
€40–140
Train via Antony
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy TgvTgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to St Pierre Des CorpsTgv
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle VilleTgv
7h 1m
€104–366
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to La Rochelle548.4 km
7h 55m
€40
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)LYS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
6h 19m
€61–192
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
7h 2m
€63–182
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps121A / ...
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle VilleTgv
7h 59m
€52–256
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
2. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
11h 21m
€59–90
Drive 548.4 km
1. Drive from Lyon to La Rochelle548.4 km
6h 54m
€84–121

Lyon to La Rochelle by train

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.1 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to La Rochelle Ville via Massy Tgv and St Pierre Des Corps in around 7h 1m.

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