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 34m and costs €85 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and La Rochelle?

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

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 Le Mans and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Lyon to La Rochelle?

The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle is 513 km. The road distance is 549.5 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 Nantes which takes 7h 15m and costs €190 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus 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 34m and costs €85 - €290. Alternatively, you can train via Nantes, which costs €190 - €340 and takes 7h 15m, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle train arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Le Mans 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 3236+ 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

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

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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 34m
€86–286
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to La Rochellerideshare 549.1 km
7h 55m
€40
Train via Nantes
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Le Manstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Nantestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
7h 15m
€194–334
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 25m
€60–120
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 St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
6h 40m
€93–243
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 Rochelle Villetrain
6h 18m
€113–268
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
8h 12m
€132–244
Drive 549.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to La Rochellecar 549.5 km
6h 59m
€86–124

Lyon to La Rochelle by train

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7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.1 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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 Le Mans and Nantes in around 7h 15m.

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