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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes station to La Rochelle station
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes station to La Rochelle station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes station to La Rochelle station will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 6 trains that leave Nantes station for La Rochelle station every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.
85980519:352h15Nantes station21:50La Rochelle station£201One-way0 changes- 8598019:551h44Nantes station11:39La Rochelle station£201One-way0 changes
383717:551h44Nantes station19:39La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes- 383515:591h47Nantes station17:46La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes
- 38317:381h50Nantes station9:28La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes
- 8598019:551h44Nantes station11:39La Rochelle station£201One-way0 changes
- 383717:551h44Nantes station19:39La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes
- 383515:591h47Nantes station17:46La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes
- 38317:381h50Nantes station9:28La Rochelle station£281One-way0 changes
- 85980519:352h15Nantes station21:50La Rochelle station£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes station to La Rochelle station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes station to La Rochelle station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 122 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes station to La Rochelle station train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes station to La Rochelle station trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3831 | 7:38 Nantes station | 1h50 | 9:28 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 859801 | 9:55 Nantes station | 1h44 | 11:39 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3833 | 11:47 Nantes station | 1h44 | 13:31 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
4404+ 8335+ D14 (863459) | 11:48 Nantes station | 5h18 | 17:06 La Rochelle station | 2 changes | |
| 3835 | 15:59 Nantes station | 1h47 | 17:46 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3837 | 17:55 Nantes station | 1h44 | 19:39 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 859805 | 19:35 Nantes station | 2h15 | 21:50 La Rochelle station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes station to La Rochelle station
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Trains from Nantes station to La Rochelle station run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 18:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes station to La Rochelle station trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes station and La Rochelle station from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Nantes station to La Rochelle station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes station to La Rochelle station 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 La Rochelle station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes station and La Rochelle station
Most Nantes station to La Rochelle station trains use the Gare de Nantes to La Rochelle station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes station and La Rochelle station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre
Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services
Gare de Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Getting to La Rochelle from La Rochelle city centre
La Rochelle is 1 km from La Rochelle city centre. Public transport options include:
La Rochelle train station facilities and services
La Rochelle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Les 4 Sergents, La Boussole
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at La Rochelle. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at La Rochelle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at La Rochelle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at La Rochelle: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at La Rochelle: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Masqhotel, Hotel Saint Nicolas, Ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port.
Most popular train connections from Nantes station
Most popular trains to and from La Rochelle station and Nantes station
Most popular train connections to La Rochelle station
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