The cheapest and fastest trains from Dijon to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$223
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dijon 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 Dijon to La Rochelle will cost around $223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
It's difficult to get from Dijon to La Rochelle without transferring at least once.
9222+
83934:02 PM6h22Dijon station10:24 PMLa Rochelle station$2081One-way1 transfer
17754+
8485+
D14 (863473)9:35 AM7h57Dijon station5:32 PMLa Rochelle station$2191One-way2 transfers
9268+
83672:28 PM5h59Dijon station8:27 PMLa Rochelle station$2421One-way1 transfer
9268+
83672:28 PM5h59Dijon station8:27 PMLa Rochelle station$2421One-way1 transfer
9222+
83934:02 PM6h22Dijon station10:24 PMLa Rochelle station$2081One-way1 transfer
17754+
8485+
D14 (863473)9:35 AM7h57Dijon station5:32 PMLa Rochelle station$2191One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dijon to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dijon to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $83.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $210 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Dijon to La Rochelle:
A bus is $49 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dijon to La Rochelle costing on average $125 (€100).
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 25m.
The journey is about 1h 22m faster (4h 52m by train vs 6h 14m by car) and roughly $85 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($125 (€100) vs $210 (€168)). 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.
Live departures
Dijon to La Rochelle train times
The table below shows live departures for Dijon to La Rochelle trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:16 PM Dijon | 6h25 | 6:41 PM La Rochelle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dijon to La Rochelle
Trains from Dijon to La Rochelle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€66) but you can travel from only $52 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€66) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Dijon to La Rochelle trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Dijon and La Rochelle from $48 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Trains from Dijon to La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dijon 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 Dijon to La Rochelle
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available via Rue Guillaume Tell.
- L'Epicerie & Cie
- Mama Restaurant Dijon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Ibis Dijon Gare
- Hôtel Kyriad Dijon Gare
- Hôtel Oceania Le Jura Dijon
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-8 for additional services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available including L3, L5, and L6
- 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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