The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$265
Fastest journey
7 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
681 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to La Rochelle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to La Rochelle will cost around $265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $190.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for La Rochelle on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 681 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 27 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 9 h 32 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.






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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, and a train costs an average of €120.
Distance: 423 miles (681 km)
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€190 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 25m Average total duration 15h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to La Rochelle train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to La Rochelle trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:34 AM Basel | 9h32 | 4:06 PM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:34 AM Basel | 7h27 | 6:01 PM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:34 PM Basel | 7h51 | 8:25 PM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Basel to La Rochelle trains with Omio?
SNCF | TGV Lyria as well as TGV INOUI offer trains services from Basel to La Rochelle. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel to La Rochelle.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV Lyria, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Basel to La Rochelle.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SNCF | TGV Lyria tickets can be bought on SNCF | TGV Lyria's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of TGV INOUI to help you choose the right option for your journey from Basel to La Rochelle.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basel to La Rochelle.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to La Rochelle
Trains from Basel to La Rochelle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $150 (€120) but you can travel from only $61 (€49) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (681 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 423 miles (681 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€120) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Basel to La Rochelle trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and La Rochelle from $61 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to La Rochelle 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to La Rochelle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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