Intercity coaches Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Adult €4.50
Child (6 to 11 years old) €4.50
Teenagers (12 to 17 years old) €4.50
Free with the Pass!
From 1st July 2025!
Access to 10 inter-city bus routes included in your La Rochelle Océan Pass and unlimited return travel to exceptional sites and areas in Charente-Maritime.
Additional information
How can I use the CAR Nouvelle-Aquitaine with my pass?
When you board, generate your e-ticket using the application. Your e-ticket is valid for 2 hours and can be renewed as many times as necessary, for your return journey for example.
1. From the ‘La Rochelle Océan Pass’ application, once you have associated your pass number, click on ‘Transport Cars Régionaux’.
2. Select your destination and validate your coach ticket.
3. For on-board checks, present your coach e-ticket to the driver by clicking on ‘Transport Cars Régionaux’.
6 destinations to discover all year round.
The Ile de Ré:
Enjoy an iodine-filled getaway as you stroll between salt marshes and vineyards, then head for the unmissable port of Saint-Martin-de-Ré or the typical village of Ars-en-Ré. Stroll through the flower-filled lanes, sample a dozen oysters overlooking the sea, then spread out your towel on one of the long sandy beaches. Here, everything exudes softness and discreet charm.
- Line 150: La Rochelle > Ile de Ré: all year round
- Line 151/152: La Rochelle > Ile de Ré: in summer
Ile d'Oléron:
To the south of La Rochelle, discover the Ile d'Oléron. Larger and wilder, the island unfurls its forests, endless beaches and hand-painted oyster huts. Between surfing, walking and maritime culture, this iodised interlude combines intensity and authenticity.
- Line 155: La Rochelle > Ile d'Oléron: April to September
- Line 153: La Rochelle > get off at Rochefort then Line 154: get off at Rochefort > Ile d'Oléron: all year round
Royan:
From La Rochelle, head to the seaside resort of Royan for a swim on the Grande Conche beach. Stroll through the central market, discover the amazing Notre-Dame de Royan church and, if you feel like it, you can go to St-Georges-de-Didonne and the Domaine de Suzac, which is included in your pass.
- Line 153: La Rochelle > Royan: all year round
Surgères:
Discover Surgères, a charming town on a human scale. Take a stroll through its wooded park, visit the magnificent Romanesque church, then enjoy a gourmet break on a café terrace facing the ramparts. A simple, soothing outing, to be recommended for an afternoon off the beaten track, between heritage, greenery and the gentle way of life.
- Line 143: La Rochelle > Surgères: all year round
Marans:
This secret port nestling between river and marsh invites you to take a stroll under the willow trees, visit the market full of local flavours, or wander through the quiet streets full of discreet charm. Do you dream of nature, a slower pace and authenticity? Marans welcomes you with open arms, away from the hustle and bustle and close to what's essential.
- Line 141/142 La Rochelle > Marans: all year round
Courçon:
Welcome to Courçon, a little corner of the countryside between sky and marsh. There's no hurry here. The hedge-lined paths invite you to take a stroll, the markets smell of local produce, and the birds draw silent ballets in the sky. Let nature speak to you, savour the tranquillity and rediscover a taste for the simple things in life. Courçon is a genuine break, a breath of fresh air in your daily life.
- Line 140: La Rochelle > Courçon: all year round
Opening hours
All year round :
150 : La Rochelle < > Ile de Ré
153 : La Rochelle < > Royan
143 : La Rochelle < > Surgères
154 : Surgères < > Ile d'Oléron
140 : La Rochelle < > Courçon
141/142 La Rochelle < > Marans
April to September :
155: La Rochelle < > Ile d'Oléron
To reach Ile d'Oléron outside the April to September period, take line 153 to Rochefort then line 154 to Ile d'Oléron.
In July and August :
Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region
The CARS Nouvelle-Aquitaine network allows you to travel easily from La Rochelle to six destinations in Charente-Maritime: Ile de Ré, Ile d'Oléron, Royan, Surgères, Marans and Courçon. An ideal way to discover the treasures of the villages around La Rochelle!