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Today19 Jun
from US$30
Tomorrow20 Jun
from US$18
Sat21 Jun
from US$17
Sun22 Jun
from US$13
Mon23 Jun
from US$15
Tue24 Jun
from US$11
Wed25 Jun
from US$12
Thu26 Jun
from US$11

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Nantes
    Departure location: 4 Route de Paris
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Nantes
    Departure location: 4 Route de Paris
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Nantes
    Departure location: Nantes
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Nantes
    Departure location: 4 Route de Paris
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Nantes
    Departure location: Nantes
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: La Rochelle
    Destination location: La Rochelle
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nantes to La Rochelle

Bus
Average priceUS$9 - US$99Average duration2h 35m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$18 - US$126Average duration1h 45m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$7 - US$37Average duration1h 50m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Nantes to La Rochelle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach La Rochelle. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$7Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nantes to La Rochelle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$18
Average bus trip duration2h 35m
Number of daily buses6.407407407407407
Earliest bus departure05:15
Distance78 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Nantes to La Rochelle Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Nantes - La Rochelle

  1. How far is La Rochelle from Nantes by coach?

    The distance between Nantes and La Rochelle by coach is approximately 75 miles (121 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Nantes to La Rochelle without a car?

    The best way to go from Nantes to La Rochelle without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
17/06
US$12
18/06
US$12
Today
US$19
20/06
US$14
21/06
US$13
22/06
US$12
23/06
US$12
24/06
US$8
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nantes to La Rochelle was searched and found on 24 Jun 2025 with a price of US$8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nantes to La Rochelle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$53 for a bus ticket from Nantes to La Rochelle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$8, which is on 2025-06-24.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus), Flixbus (FR) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Nantes and La Rochelle!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Nantes to La Rochelle, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Nantes to La Rochelle will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Nantes to La Rochelle while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Nantes to La Rochelle?

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