What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €55 - €100 and takes 12h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €80 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH). However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Aéroport via Bordeaux and Gare La Rochelle - Jean Bouche. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH). 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 8h 40m.

How far is it from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

The distance between Lyon and La Rochelle Airport (LRH) is 509 km. The road distance is 553 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs €130 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) bus from?

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) train from?

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) 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 Airport (LRH)?

The best way to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €80 - €320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €130 - €220 and takes 8h 40m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €95 and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) bus arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) train arrive?

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at St Pierre Des Corps station.

Can I drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) is 553 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH).

Where can I stay near La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

There are 2369+ hotels available in La Rochelle Airport (LRH).

Can I share a ride from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)?

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

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) by plane, train, train (TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

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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)plane LYS - LRH
2h 50m
€81–316
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 33m
€58–95
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LYS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
7h
€89–265
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
8h 40m
€138–216
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
10h 39m
€65–95
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
7h 50m
€95–210
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)rideshare 553 km
6h 59m
Drive 553 km
1. Drive from Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH)car 553 km
6h 59m
€89–128

Lyon to La Rochelle Airport (LRH) by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 508.6 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and La Rochelle Airport (LRH), France?

easyJet flies from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Olga de Saint-Affrique via St Pierre Des Corps, La Rochelle Ville, and Dames Blanches in around 8h 40m.

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