How to Get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle
Bordeaux to La Rochelle is 154 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 2h by bus. The trip takes 11h 55m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Bordeaux to La Rochelle by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 01:50, last at 16:50
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bordeaux to La Rochelle. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 154 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
154 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €44Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 11h 55m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €5Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2hFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€44Our estimate, not a fare we saw11h 55m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€5Omio catalogue, Nov 92h · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bordeaux to La Rochelle: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bordeaux → La Rochellebus
FlixBus·2h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Bordeaux to La Rochelle
FlixBus publishes departures from 01:50 to 16:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 01:50 | 16:50 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 9 | 00:00 | 23:00 |
All departures FlixBus
- 01:50
- 02:30
- 02:50
- 03:30
- 04:20
- 04:30
- 10:20
- 11:20
- 13:20
- 14:00
- 14:20
- 14:55
- 16:50
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 00:00
- 01:00
- 02:00
- 05:50
- 05:55
- 06:50
- 11:20
- 16:20
- 23:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF, BlaBlaCar Bus.
How the Trip from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle, about 2h 5m. In total it's roughly €10 over 2h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Where to Stay
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Bordeaux to La Rochelle: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 01:50 and the last at 16:50, according to the published timetable.
How far is La Rochelle from Bordeaux?
About 154 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bordeaux to La Rochelle cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €10. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bordeaux to La Rochelle?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, SNCF, BlaBlaCar Bus
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026