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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Nantes to La Rochelle. Traveling by coach from Nantes to La Rochelle usually takes around 2 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £5.95 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Nantes to La Rochelle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nantes to La Rochelle. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 2h 6m | £10.99 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Nantes to La Rochelle, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 6 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 76 miles from Nantes to La Rochelle. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 55 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 05:00. To see the times for all coaches from Nantes to La Rochelle, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Nantes
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Nantes is a green city with high quality of life and many things to see. Much of the city's architecture is fairly contemporary, but you can stumble upon historic buildings dating back to ancient times. Check out several segments of ancient walls surrounding the city, or head to Château des ducs de Bretagne and neighboring Cathédrale Saint Pierre. Of Nantes' many museums, the most notable is the Fine Art Museum, which covers various subject matters and art periods.
Nantes is known for its excellent wine and seafood. This region of France is also the birthplace of crêpes, those thin, delicious pancakes. Head to Cafe Molière or La Cigale for some of the best cuisine in Nantes.
Nantes is one of the cities we included in our itinerary of ten French cities to visit for under $150. So as you can guess, travel in and out of Nantes is not too expensive! Taking the bus is often the cheapest option, with tickets available on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and others. Regular TGV trains connect Nantes to Paris, so it is easy to reach the biggest travel hub in France.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Nantes?
Main departure station: 4 Route de Paris
Most coaches depart from the main station in Nantes.
All coach stations in Nantes:
4 Route de Paris
Where does the coach arrive in La Rochelle?
Main arrival station: La Rochelle
All coaches from Nantes arrive at one main station in La Rochelle.
Coach stations in La Rochelle:
La Rochelle
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