The cheapest and fastest trains from La Rochelle to Nice
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£194
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
716 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Nice 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 Nice will cost around £194 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
Of the 3 trains that leave La Rochelle for Nice every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 716 km distance in an average of 13 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for La Rochelle to Nice
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 716 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£141 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 26m Average total duration Fastest 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 46m Average total duration 13h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
La Rochelle to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Nice trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:26 La Rochelle | 12h05 | 21:31 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 La Rochelle | 16h09 | 07:09 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from La Rochelle to Nice
Trains from La Rochelle to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 716 km distance in 10h 2m.
Distance 716 km |
Average train duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 2m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI from La Rochelle to Nice trainsSNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI trains will get you between La Rochelle and Nice from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: La Rochelle to Nice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle to Nice 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 Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in La Rochelle and Nice
- 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 - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
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