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Book a train ticket La Rochelle - Geneva

Train timetable info La Rochelle-Geneva

Travel by train from La Rochelle to Geneva. 6 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing La Rochelle at 5h 39m and the last at 13h 47m, allowing you to cover the 1040 km distance in as little as 7h 42m.

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

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

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

The journey on a train from La Rochelle to Geneva takes approximately 8h 28m, depending on the operator.

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

The journey from La Rochelle to Geneva on the fastest train takes 7h 42m.

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

You can choose from 6 trains per day to travel from La Rochelle to Geneva.

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

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between La Rochelle and Geneva.

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

The train journey between La Rochelle and Geneva, covers around 1040 km.

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

Need to leave early? The La Rochelle to Geneva train at 5h 39m is the first of the day.

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

You have until 13h 47m to take the last train.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: LA ROCHELLE.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

Which train companies operate trains from La Rochelle to Geneva?

Journeys from La Rochelle to Geneva are operated by TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER.

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.

With TGV Lyria, choose the class that best suits your needs and will guarantee you the best travel experience: STANDARD, PREMIÈRE or PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

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

The price of a La Rochelle – Geneva 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 Geneva 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 Geneva.

Price of a La Rochelle – Geneva Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Geneva, 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 Geneva 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 Geneva at the best price.

Promotional Fare for La Rochelle – Geneva

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute La Rochelle – Geneva Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from La Rochelle to Geneva. For last-minute train tickets from La Rochelle to Geneva, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from La Rochelle to Geneva and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for La Rochelle - Geneva. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving La Rochelle - Geneva

If you're travelling from La Rochelle to Geneva, 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 Geneva on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from La Rochelle to Geneva: 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 - Geneva

To travel from La Rochelle to Geneva, 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 Geneva 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 - Geneva

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the La Rochelle to Geneva 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-Geneva Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 39m 13h 29m 7h 50m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8370
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Poitiers
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h31
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9765
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
6h 15m 15h 29m 9h 14m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
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
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h14
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9773
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
8h 48m 17h 25m 8h 37m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8362
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h20
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6685
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 39 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
8h 48m 17h 31m 8h 43m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8362
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h36
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9775
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
10h 49m 19h 29m 8h 40m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8374
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Poitiers
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h34
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9777
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
13h 47m 21h 29m 7h 42m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • La Rochelle
    TGV INOUI 8378
  • Surgeres
  • Niort
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h18
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9781
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Nurieux Gare
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin