Bus Madrid to La Rochelle: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to La Rochelle from various bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus for the next days.

today

$83

tomorrow

$47

Wednesday

$46

Thursday

$41

Friday

$44

Saturday

$41

Sunday

$44

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	20h 20m	2:50 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	11:10 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station		Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/12/2026 2:50:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/13/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
	FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station		Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/12/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/13/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to La Rochelle via Bayonne, you can save more than $36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  25h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:55 PM
  
  Madrid
  Sur Bus Station
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Bayonne
  Place des Basques Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/13/2026 3:55:00 PM to Place des Basques Bus Stop, Bayonne (France) arriving at 10/14/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 25m
  
  0
  
  11:40 AM
  
  Bayonne
  Place des Basques Bus Stop
  
  5:05 PM
  
  La Rochelle
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Place des Basques Bus Stop, Bayonne (France) at 10/14/2026 11:40:00 AM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/14/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Travel time is 7h 40m longer, but you will save $36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	13h 50m	3:55 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:45 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station		Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/13/2026 3:55:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/14/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
	FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station		Economy	$105	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/13/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/14/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	11h 44m	3:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	3:14 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/14/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/15/2026 3:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 44m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	10:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	2:10 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/14/2026 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/15/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	20h 20m	2:50 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	11:10 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/14/2026 2:50:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/15/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/14/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/15/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 50m	3:55 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:45 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/15/2026 3:55:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/16/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
FlixBus	12h 10m	7:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	7:30 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/15/2026 7:20:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/16/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
BlaBlaCar Bus	11h 44m	3:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	3:14 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/15/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/16/2026 3:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 44m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	10:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	2:10 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/15/2026 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/16/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/15/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/16/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 10m	7:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	7:30 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/16/2026 7:20:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/17/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	10:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	2:10 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$58	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/16/2026 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/17/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/16/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/17/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m
FlixBus	14h 5m	2:50 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	4:55 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/16/2026 2:50:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/17/2026 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 50m	3:55 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:45 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/17/2026 3:55:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/18/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
FlixBus	12h 10m	7:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	7:30 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/17/2026 7:20:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/18/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
BlaBlaCar Bus	11h 44m	3:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	3:14 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/17/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/18/2026 3:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 44m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	10:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	2:10 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/17/2026 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/18/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/17/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/18/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 10m	7:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	7:30 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/18/2026 7:20:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/19/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
BlaBlaCar Bus	11h 44m	3:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	3:14 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/18/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/19/2026 3:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 44m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	10:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	2:10 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$58	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/18/2026 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/19/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	14h 5m	2:50 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	4:55 AM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$88	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/18/2026 2:50:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/19/2026 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	17h 30m	11:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	5:05 PM	La Rochelle	Bus Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 10/18/2026 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, La Rochelle (France) arriving at 10/19/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Madrid to La Rochelle is $40 on 10/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and La Rochelle

See here how frequent the connections between Madrid and La Rochelle are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Madrid to La Rochelle. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Madrid and La Rochelle.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 16 buses from Madrid to La Rochelle, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Madrid and La Rochelle, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Madrid to La Rochelle in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to La Rochelle starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	11h 44m
Earliest Bus	2:50 PM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	417.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Madrid to La Rochelle

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Madrid for La Rochelle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/12/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/11

Monday 10/12

$41

Tuesday 10/13

$48

Wednesday 10/14

$82

Thursday 10/15

$41

Friday 10/16

$44

Saturday 10/17

$41

Sunday 10/18

$44

Monday 10/19

$49

Tuesday 10/20

$52

Wednesday 10/21

$54

Thursday 10/22

$47

Friday 10/23

$52

Saturday 10/24

$40

Sunday 10/25

$62

Monday 10/26

$50

Tuesday 10/27

$53

Wednesday 10/28

$49

Thursday 10/29

$62

Friday 10/30

$76

Saturday 10/31

$78

Sunday 11/01

$113

Monday 11/02

$57

Tuesday 11/03

$48

Wednesday 11/04

$43

Thursday 11/05

$47

Friday 11/06

$48

Saturday 11/07

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to La Rochelle

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to La Rochelle, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $38, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madrid to La Rochelle. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $47.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to La Rochelle, with $41. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $41.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to La Rochelle

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madrid to La Rochelle in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Madrid to La Rochelle are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and La Rochelle

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Madrid and La Rochelle.

Avenida de América Bus Station

Avenida de América 13

Bus Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Bus Station

Place Pierre Semard

Central Bus Station

Central Station

Place de Verdun Bus Stop

Place de Verdun 28

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Madrid to La Rochelle? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to La Rochelle? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madrid to La Rochelle bus

How much does a Madrid La Rochelle bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 13h 50m to reach La Rochelle. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to La Rochelle?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $105. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to La Rochelle.

On average, how many connections are available from Madrid to La Rochelle each day?

Every day, the Madrid to La Rochelle bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madrid to La Rochelle take?

The fastest bus from Madrid to La Rochelle is offered by BlaBlaCar Bus and takes 11h 44m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to La Rochelle?

The earliest bus arriving in La Rochelle from Madrid starts at 2:50 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Madrid to La Rochelle?

The latest bus trip departing from Madrid for La Rochelle starts at 11:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Madrid La Rochelle route?

When traveling by bus from Madrid to La Rochelle, passengers can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and La Rochelle?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and La Rochelle by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the Madrid to La Rochelle bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Madrid La Rochelle bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid La Rochelle bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to La Rochelle on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Madrid to La Rochelle?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to La Rochelle

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Madrid and to La Rochelle

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Madrid and to La Rochelle. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!