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Train La Rochelle Caen

Book a train ticket La Rochelle - Caen

Train timetable info La Rochelle-Caen

Travel by train from La Rochelle to Caen. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing La Rochelle at 5h 39m and the last at 17h 00m, allowing you to cover the 522 km distance in as little as 5h 44m.

Cheap train tickets La Rochelle Caen

How much does a train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen cost?

Save on travel by booking your ticket in advance. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

How long does a journey on a train from La Rochelle to Caen take?

The La Rochelle to Caen journey takes no more than 6h 13m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from La Rochelle to Caen?

Allow 5h 44m to travel between La Rochelle and Caen on the fastest train.

How many trains run from La Rochelle to Caen each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 8 La Rochelle – Caen trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between La Rochelle and Caen?

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between La Rochelle and Caen.

What is the distance between La Rochelle and Caen by train?

By train, about 522 km separate Caen from La Rochelle.

What time is the first train from La Rochelle to Caen?

Take a morning journey on the La Rochelle to Caen train departing at 5h 39m.

What time is the last train from La Rochelle to Caen?

You have until 17h 00m to take the last train.

To leave La Rochelle, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: LA ROCHELLE.

At Caen, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: CAEN.

Which train companies operate trains from La Rochelle to Caen?

Travel on a train operated by TGV INOUI, TER, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté for your journey from La Rochelle to Caen.

What services are offered on board?

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

Save time by booking your TRAIN Mobigo ticket (TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté) on SNCF Connect.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen?

The price of a La Rochelle – Caen train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen.

Price of a La Rochelle – Caen Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from La Rochelle to Caen with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from La Rochelle to Caen at the best price.

Promotional Fare for La Rochelle – Caen

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from La Rochelle to Caen throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute La Rochelle – Caen Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute La Rochelle to Caen ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from La Rochelle to Caen and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Caen on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving La Rochelle - Caen

If you're travelling from La Rochelle to Caen, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from La Rochelle to Caen on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from La Rochelle to Caen: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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Classes of rail companies serving La Rochelle - Caen

To travel from La Rochelle to Caen, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from La Rochelle to Caen and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating La Rochelle - Caen

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the La Rochelle to Caen route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Train timetables La Rochelle-Caen Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 39m 11h 56m 6h 17m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8370
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Poitiers
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h12
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3337
  • Caen
6h 15m 12h 25m 6h 10m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TER 63444
  • La Jarrie
  • Aigrefeuille Le Thou
  • Surgeres
  • Mauze
  • Prin-Deyrancon
  • Niort
  • La Creche
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • La Mothe-Saint-Heray
  • Pamproux
  • Rouille
  • Lusignan
  • Poitiers
  • 17 min
  • Poitiers
    TGV INOUI 8440
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 36 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 16572
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Ecommoy
  • Le Mans
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
8h 48m 14h 53m 6h 05m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8362
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h17
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3313
  • Caen
9h 19m 16h 34m 7h 15m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TER 63452
  • La Jarrie
  • Aigrefeuille Le Thou
  • Surgeres
  • Mauze
  • Prin-Deyrancon
  • Niort
  • La Creche
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • La Mothe-Saint-Heray
  • Pamproux
  • Rouille
  • Lusignan
  • Poitiers
  • 15 min
  • Poitiers
    TGV INOUI 8340
  • Futuroscope
  • Chatellerault
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 56 min
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3343
  • Evreux Normandie
  • Bernay
  • Lisieux
  • Caen
10h 49m 16h 56m 6h 07m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8374
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Poitiers
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h15
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3315
  • Caen
13h 47m 19h 31m 5h 44m TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8378
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 11 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5378
  • Tours
  • 24 min
  • Tours
    TER 16582
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Ecommoy
  • Le Mans
  • Montbizot
  • Vivoin - Beaumont
  • La Hutte Coulombiers
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
13h 47m 19h 54m 6h 07m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8378
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 59 min
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3351
  • Caen
17h 00m 22h 54m 5h 54m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8364
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h08
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3329
  • Caen