4.9
4.6
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £76, while a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 599 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £100 Average Price | £100 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 41m Average total duration 17h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to La Rochelle:
A train is £23 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to La Rochelle costing on average £100.
A train is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to La Rochelle costing on average £107.
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Coach takes on average 17h 41m.
The journey is about 3h 28m faster (6h 16m by train vs 9h 44m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£76 vs £100). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to La Rochelle from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from London to La Rochelle is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus · FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
9024+83659080+83639080+83779032+8393FlixBus · FlixBusFind all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
The most popular day trips by train from La Rochelle are Rochefort, Saintes, Niort, Poitiers and Royan. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from La Rochelle on Omio.
Rochefort is a historic Atlantic port known for its naval past and the Corderie Royale. Its riverside setting and maritime museums give the town a calm, practical character.
Saintes is a riverside city in Charente-Maritime known for its Roman remains and Romanesque churches. The Arch of Germanicus, old stone streets and the Charente give it a calm, historic character.
Niort is best known for its twin-towered medieval Donjon and its place beside the Marais poitevin. The old centre, market halls and Sèvre Niortaise give the town a steady, practical character.
Poitiers is known for its Romanesque churches, medieval streets and lively student atmosphere. The old centre feels historic yet lived-in, with café culture and nearby Futuroscope adding a modern contrast.
Royan is a seaside town on France’s Atlantic coast, known for sandy beaches and distinctive post-war modernist architecture. Its setting on the Gironde estuary, with promenades, villas and a busy marina, gives it a relaxed resort feel.
Travel to La Rochelle 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 London to La Rochelle.
This is compared to other travel options from London to La Rochelle:
A train is £23 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to La Rochelle costing on average £100.
A train is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to La Rochelle costing on average £107.
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Coach takes on average 17h 41m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and La Rochelle as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
