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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Vannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 206 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£101 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from La Rochelle to Vannes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Vannes:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Vannes costing on average £101.
Other travel options to Vannes take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around £101 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£56. The journey takes 4h 18m versus 2h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Vannes from La Rochelle by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from La Rochelle to Vannes is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Vannes are Rennes, Nantes, Lorient and Auray. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Vannes on Omio.
Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.
Nantes is known for its maritime history, inventive culture and the striking Machines de l'Île. Historic quarters, green spaces and a relaxed Loire-side setting give the city an easy-going character.
Lorient is a Breton port city known for its maritime heritage, submarine base and summer Festival Interceltique. Rebuilt after the Second World War, it feels practical and modern, with lively quays and a strong connection to the sea.
Auray is a historic Breton town best known for Saint-Goustan, its old port with cobbled lanes and half-timbered houses. It feels more local than nearby seaside resorts, with markets, river views and links to Sainte-Anne-d'Auray.
Travel to Vannes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from La Rochelle to Vannes.
This is compared to other travel options from La Rochelle to Vannes:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Rochelle to Vannes costing on average £101.
Other travel options to Vannes take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 58m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between La Rochelle and Vannes as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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