The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris 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 Paris to La Rochelle will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 20 trains that leave Paris for La Rochelle on Wed, May 27, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
83716:46 AM3h01Paris Gare Montparnasse9:47 AMLa Rochelle station$821One-way0 transfers
8371+
L15 (864758)6:46 AM4h31Paris Gare Montparnasse11:17 AMLa Rochelle Porte Dauphine$841One-way1 transfer
8921+
383512:34 PM5h12Paris Gare Montparnasse5:46 PMLa Rochelle station$871One-way1 transfer
8333+
D14 (863459)12:24 PM4h42Paris Gare Montparnasse5:06 PMLa Rochelle station$881One-way1 transfer
8441+
L14 (863447)6:00 AM3h40Paris Gare Montparnasse9:40 AMLa Rochelle station$881One-way1 transfer
83655:19 PM2h41Paris Gare Montparnasse8:00 PMLa Rochelle station$1041One-way0 transfers
83633:32 PM2h45Paris Gare Montparnasse6:17 PMLa Rochelle station$1141One-way0 transfers
83759:25 AM3h01Paris Gare Montparnasse12:26 PMLa Rochelle station$1141One-way0 transfers
83716:46 AM3h01Paris Gare Montparnasse9:47 AMLa Rochelle station$821One-way0 transfers
83916:19 PM3h02Paris Gare Montparnasse9:21 PMLa Rochelle station$1361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to La Rochelle:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to La Rochelle costing on average $100 (€80).
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (3h 23m by train vs 4h 55m by car) and roughly $56 (€46) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($100 (€80) vs $156 (€126)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris to La Rochelle train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to La Rochelle trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8441+ L14 (863447) | On time 6:00 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h40 | 9:40 AM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8371+ L15 (864758) | 6:46 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h31 | 11:17 AM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 1 transfer | |
8371 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h01 | 9:47 AM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8423+ D14 (863451) | 7:55 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h22 | 11:17 AM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8445+ L14 (863455) | 9:58 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h12 | 2:10 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8377 | 12:11 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h11 | 3:22 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8377+ F15 (864012) | 12:11 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h49 | 5:00 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 1 transfer | |
8333+ D14 (863459) · L15 (864764) | 12:24 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 5h34 | 5:58 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 2 transfers | |
8333+ D14 (863459) | 12:24 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h42 | 5:06 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8921+ 3835 | 12:34 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 5h12 | 5:46 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8485+ L16 (864626) | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h52 | 7:02 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 1 transfer | |
8485+ L14 (863461) · F15 (864020) | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h24 | 6:34 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 2 transfers | |
8485+ L14 (863461) | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h58 | 6:08 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8811+ 3837 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h48 | 7:39 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8447+ L14 (863465) | 4:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h31 | 7:41 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
8365 | 5:19 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h41 | 8:00 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8365+ L15 (864770) | 5:19 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h59 | 9:18 PM La Rochelle Porte Dauphine | 1 transfer | |
8391 | 6:19 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h02 | 9:21 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8391+ L15 (864767) | 6:19 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h48 | 10:07 PM Aytré Plage | 1 transfer | |
8393 | 7:16 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h08 | 10:24 PM La Rochelle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to La Rochelle
Trains from Paris to La Rochelle run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to La Rochelle trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and La Rochelle from $13 (€11). 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 Paris to La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to La Rochelle
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
- 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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