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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville is to rideshare which costs €40 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs €55 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and La Rochelle Ville?

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 Ville?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville?

The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle Ville is 516 km. The road distance is 548.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville without a car is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs €50 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville, including transfers.

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

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

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

Lyon to La Rochelle Ville train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville?

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs €55 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €260 and takes 7h 58m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €140 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle Ville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle Ville train arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle Ville train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station.

Can I drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to La Rochelle Ville is 549 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle Ville?

There are 2378+ hotels available in La Rochelle Ville.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville?

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

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

There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville 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 43m
€60–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to La RochelleN746
10h 45m
€40–140
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 58m
€52–255
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to La Rochelle548.4 km
8h 7m
€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
€62–207
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, 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 26m
€59–90
Drive 548.9 km
1. Drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Ville548.9 km
6h 55m
€84–121

Lyon to La Rochelle Ville by train

17Weekly Trains

7h 58mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 515.6 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and La Rochelle Ville, 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 St Pierre Des Corps in around 7h 58m.

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