The cheapest and fastest trains from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €23
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €42
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 3 h 2 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 3 h 25 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 13
- Distance
- 153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport without transferring at least once.
3835+
L42 (866163)5:50 PM 3h07 La Rochelle station 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
F15 (864011)+
3835+
L42 (866163)5:10 PM 3h47 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac €24 1 One-way 2 transfers
F15 (864011)+
3835+
F41+ (866259)5:10 PM 3h32 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine 8:42 PM Alouette France €25 1 One-way 2 transfers
3831+
F42 (866013)9:32 AM 3h02 La Rochelle station 12:34 PM Mérignac Arlac €34 1 One-way 1 transfer
L15 (864753)+
3831+
F42 (866013)8:36 AM 3h58 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine 12:34 PM Mérignac Arlac €36 1 One-way 2 transfers
3831+
F42 (866013)9:32 AM 3h02 La Rochelle station 12:34 PM Mérignac Arlac €34 1 One-way 1 transfer
3835+
L42 (866163)5:50 PM 3h07 La Rochelle station 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
F15 (864011)+
3835+
F41+ (866259)5:10 PM 3h32 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine 8:42 PM Alouette France €25 1 One-way 2 transfers
D15 (864811) · L42 (866155)4:27 PM 3h36 La Rochelle station 8:03 PM Mérignac Arlac €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
F15 (864011)+
3835+
L42 (866163)5:10 PM 3h47 La Rochelle Porte Dauphine 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac €24 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Trains from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:32, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 7:32 AM |
Last train 4:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trip
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Live departures
La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3831+ L15 (864753) · F41+ (866229) | 8:36 AM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 4h37 | 1:13 PM Alouette France | 2 transfers | |
3831+ F42 (866013) · L15 (864753) | 8:36 AM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 3h58 | 12:34 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
3831+ F42 (866013) | 9:32 AM La Rochelle station | 3h02 | 12:34 PM Mérignac Arlac | 1 transfer | |
8374 · 12265+ L42 (866143) | 10:49 AM La Rochelle station | 6h11 | 5:00 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
L15 (448757) · L15 (864211) · L42 (866153) | 12:30 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 6h32 | 7:02 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
L15 (448757) · L15 (864211) · F41+ (866251) | 12:30 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 6h13 | 6:43 PM Alouette France | 2 transfers | |
8378 · 8485+ L42 (866153) | 1:47 PM La Rochelle station | 5h15 | 7:02 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
F15 (448607) · D15 (864811) · F41 (866355) | 3:00 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 4h40 | 7:40 PM Alouette France | 2 transfers | |
F15 (448607) · D15 (864811) · L42 (866155) | 3:00 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 5h03 | 8:03 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
D15 (864811) · L42 (866155) | 4:27 PM La Rochelle station | 3h36 | 8:03 PM Mérignac Arlac | 1 transfer | |
3835+ F15 (864011) · L42 (866163) | 5:10 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 3h47 | 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac | 2 transfers | |
3835+ F41+ (866259) · F15 (864011) | 5:10 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 3h32 | 8:42 PM Alouette France | 2 transfers | |
3835+ L42 (866163) | 5:50 PM La Rochelle station | 3h07 | 8:57 PM Mérignac Arlac | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between La Rochelle and Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
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FAQs: Trains from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Most La Rochelle to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trains use the La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare La Rochelle and Bordeaux Mérignac Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to La Rochelle Porte Dauphine from La Rochelle city centre
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine train station facilities and services
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at La Rochelle Porte Dauphine.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at La Rochelle Porte Dauphine.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at La Rochelle Porte Dauphine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at La Rochelle Porte Dauphine: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at La Rochelle Porte Dauphine.
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