Train La Rochelle Poitiers

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Travel by train from La Rochelle to Poitiers. 15 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing La Rochelle at 5h 39m and the last at 19h 25m, allowing you to cover the 145 km distance in as little as 1h 24m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 42m

Shortest route time

1h 24m

First hour of departure

5h 39m

Last hour of departure

19h 25m

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Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
today 10 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Tuesday 25 August August 23 € (1) TGV INOUI TGV INOUI	Wednesday 26 15 € (1) TER NA TER NA	Thursday 27 15 € (1) TER NA TER NA	Friday 28 10 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Saturday 29 10 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Sunday 30
Monday 31 15 € (1) TER NA TER NA	Tuesday 1st September September 20 € (1) TGV INOUI TGV INOUI	Wednesday 2 15 € (1) TER NA TER NA	Thursday 3	Friday 4	Saturday 5	Sunday 6 10 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO
Monday 7 15 € (1) TER NA TER NA	Tuesday 8 Price available soon	Wednesday 9 Price available soon	Thursday 10 Price available soon	Friday 11 Price available soon	Saturday 12 Price available soon	Sunday 13 Price available soon

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from La Rochelle to Poitiers

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

To take advantage of the best fares, plan ahead and purchase your train ticket early. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The La Rochelle to Poitiers journey lasts 1h 42m on average.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from La Rochelle to Poitiers in 1h 24m.

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

Daily, 15 trains run on the La Rochelle to Poitiers journey.

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

Between La Rochelle and Poitiers, the service may be a Direct Journey.

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

By train, about 145 km separate Poitiers from La Rochelle.

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

Depart from La Rochelle on the first train at 5h 39m.

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

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving La Rochelle at 19h 25m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LA ROCHELLE.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: POITIERS.

Which train companies operate trains from La Rochelle to Poitiers?

You can complete your journey from La Rochelle to Poitiers on a OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER train.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes one piece of hand luggage and one cabin bag. For 9 euros extra, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, seat selection (solo, standard, with or without a power socket), OUIFI and OUIFUN.

On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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

The price of a La Rochelle – Poitiers 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 Poitiers 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 Poitiers.

Price of a La Rochelle – Poitiers Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from La Rochelle to Poitiers: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from La Rochelle to Poitiers at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for La Rochelle – Poitiers

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from La Rochelle to Poitiers? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute La Rochelle – Poitiers 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 Poitiers. For last-minute train tickets from La Rochelle to Poitiers, 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 Poitiers 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 - Poitiers. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from La Rochelle to Poitiers?

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

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from La Rochelle to Poitiers with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from La Rochelle to Poitiers in advance!

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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from La Rochelle to Poitiers on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from La Rochelle to Poitiers: 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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TER

Travel from La Rochelle to Poitiers with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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What travel classes are available on the La Rochelle to Poitiers train?

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from La Rochelle to Poitiers. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

TGV INOUI

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

2^nd Class

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

1^st 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

TER

Travel from La Rochelle to Poitiers by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

What on-board services are available on the La Rochelle to Poitiers train?

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

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

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.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
PRM access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

La Rochelle to Poitiers train schedule for Tuesday 25 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 39m	7h 08m	1h 29m	TGV INOUI	Booking
5h 39m La Rochelle TGV INOUI 8370 5h 57m Surgeres 6h 18m Niort 6h 34m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 7h 08m Poitiers
6h 21m	8h 05m	1h 44m	TER	Booking
6h 21m La Rochelle TER 63444 6h 28m La Jarrie 6h 34m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 6h 43m Surgeres 6h 51m Mauze 6h 55m Prin-Deyrancon 7h 06m Niort 7h 15m La Creche 7h 23m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 7h 29m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 7h 35m Pamproux 7h 42m Rouille 7h 47m Lusignan 8h 05m Poitiers
7h 11m	9h 00m	1h 49m	TER	Booking
7h 11m La Rochelle TER 63446 7h 19m La Jarrie 7h 24m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 7h 34m Surgeres 7h 42m Mauze 7h 55m Niort 8h 04m La Creche 8h 12m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 8h 24m Pamproux 8h 33m Rouille 8h 42m Lusignan 9h 00m Poitiers
7h 55m	9h 35m	1h 40m	TER	Booking
7h 55m La Rochelle TER 63450 8h 03m La Jarrie 8h 08m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 8h 17m Surgeres 8h 25m Mauze 8h 38m Niort 8h 48m La Creche 8h 55m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 9h 01m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 9h 07m Pamproux 9h 13m Rouille 9h 18m Lusignan 9h 35m Poitiers
8h 48m	11h 37m	2h 49m	TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 48m La Rochelle TGV INOUI 8362 9h 07m Surgeres 9h 27m Niort 10h 35m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps Connection: 30 min 11h 05m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps TGV INOUI 8445 11h 37m Poitiers
10h 27m	12h 02m	1h 35m	TER	Booking
10h 27m La Rochelle TER 63454 10h 35m La Jarrie 10h 40m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 10h 49m Surgeres 10h 57m Mauze 11h 01m Prin-Deyrancon 11h 12m Niort 11h 22m La Creche 11h 29m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 11h 44m Lusignan 12h 02m Poitiers
10h 49m	12h 13m	1h 24m	TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 49m La Rochelle TGV INOUI 8374 11h 07m Surgeres 11h 28m Niort 12h 13m Poitiers
12h 25m	14h 06m	1h 41m	TER	Booking
12h 25m La Rochelle TER 63458 12h 33m La Jarrie 12h 38m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 12h 47m Surgeres 12h 55m Mauze 12h 59m Prin-Deyrancon 13h 10m Niort 13h 20m La Creche 13h 27m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 13h 33m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 13h 39m Pamproux 13h 44m Rouille 13h 49m Lusignan 14h 06m Poitiers
13h 47m	15h 16m	1h 29m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 47m La Rochelle TGV INOUI 8378 14h 05m Surgeres 14h 26m Niort 14h 43m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 15h 16m Poitiers
15h 45m	17h 12m	1h 27m	TGV INOUI	Booking
15h 45m La Rochelle TGV INOUI 8380 16h 20m Niort 16h 37m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 17h 12m Poitiers
16h 19m	18h 00m	1h 41m	TER	Booking
16h 19m La Rochelle TER 63462 16h 26m La Jarrie 16h 32m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 16h 41m Surgeres 16h 50m Mauze 17h 02m Niort 17h 12m La Creche 17h 20m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 17h 26m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 17h 31m Pamproux 17h 38m Rouille 17h 43m Lusignan 18h 00m Poitiers
17h 12m	18h 51m	1h 39m	TER	Booking
17h 12m La Rochelle TER 63464 17h 19m La Jarrie 17h 25m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 17h 34m Surgeres 17h 42m Mauze 17h 55m Niort 18h 04m La Creche 18h 12m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 18h 18m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 18h 23m Pamproux 18h 29m Rouille 18h 34m Lusignan 18h 51m Poitiers
17h 40m	19h 26m	1h 46m	TER	Booking
17h 40m La Rochelle TER 63466 17h 47m La Jarrie 17h 53m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 18h 02m Surgeres 18h 10m Mauze 18h 14m Prin-Deyrancon 18h 25m Niort 18h 35m La Creche 18h 42m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 18h 48m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 18h 54m Pamproux 19h 04m Rouille 19h 09m Lusignan 19h 26m Poitiers
18h 31m	20h 14m	1h 43m	TER	Booking
18h 31m La Rochelle TER 63470 18h 39m La Jarrie 18h 44m Aigrefeuille Le Thou 18h 54m Surgeres 19h 02m Mauze 19h 15m Niort 19h 25m La Creche 19h 32m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 19h 39m La Mothe-Saint-Heray 19h 45m Pamproux 19h 51m Rouille 19h 56m Lusignan 20h 14m Poitiers
19h 25m	20h 50m	1h 25m	OUIGO	Booking
19h 25m La Rochelle OUIGO 7642 19h 43m Surgeres 20h 04m Niort 20h 50m Poitiers

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La Rochelle to Poitiers train schedule for Tuesday 25 August 2026

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