The cheapest and fastest trains from La Rochelle to Lyon
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£205
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Rochelle to Lyon will cost around £205 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
To travel from La Rochelle to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
8362 · 66858:486h08La Rochelle station14:56Lyon Part Dieu£1641One-way1 change
8374 · 661910:496h07La Rochelle station16:56Lyon Part Dieu£1861One-way1 change
8378 · 662713:476h07La Rochelle station19:54Lyon Part Dieu£1951One-way1 change
8364 · 663317:006h10La Rochelle station23:10Lyon Part Dieu£2391One-way1 change
8364 · 6633+
L15 (864809)15:597h11La Rochelle Porte Dauphine23:10Lyon Part Dieu£2411One-way2 changes
8374 · 661910:496h07La Rochelle station16:56Lyon Part Dieu£1861One-way1 change
8378 · 662713:476h07La Rochelle station19:54Lyon Part Dieu£1951One-way1 change
8362 · 66858:486h08La Rochelle station14:56Lyon Part Dieu£1641One-way1 change
8364 · 663317:006h10La Rochelle station23:10Lyon Part Dieu£2391One-way1 change
8364 · 6633+
L15 (864809)15:597h11La Rochelle Porte Dauphine23:10Lyon Part Dieu£2411One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for La Rochelle to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 466 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£132 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
La Rochelle to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8370 · 12560 · 5332 | 5:39 La Rochelle station | 5h51 | 11:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
L15 (864753)+ 5306+ 3852 | 8:49 Aytré Plage | 8h41 | 17:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
8374 · 6619 | 10:49 La Rochelle station | 6h07 | 16:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
L15 (864757)+ 8378 · 6627 | 12:30 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 7h24 | 19:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
8378 · 6627 | 13:47 La Rochelle station | 6h07 | 19:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from La Rochelle to Lyon
Trains from La Rochelle to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 466 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 466 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 5:39 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from La Rochelle to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between La Rochelle and Lyon from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: La Rochelle to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Lyon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in La Rochelle and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Les 4 Sergents
- La Boussole
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Masqhotel
- Hotel Saint Nicolas
- Ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local shuttle services
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
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