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Train Lille La Rochelle

Book a train ticket Lille - La Rochelle

Train timetable info Lille-La Rochelle

Travel by train from Lille to La Rochelle. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 5h 59m and the last at 17h 16m, allowing you to cover the 688 km distance in as little as 5h 05m. Tickets are available from 65€ (1).

Best prices Lille-La Rochelle

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 6 July
Tuesday 7
Wednesday 8
Thursday 9
today
Saturday 11
Sunday 12 July
181 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Monday 13
117 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 14
92 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 15
83 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 16
89 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 17
118 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 18
92 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 19
69 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 20
99 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 21
65 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 22
75 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 23
95 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 24
110 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 25
96 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 26
74 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 27
71 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 28
65 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 29
65 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 30
79 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 31
102 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 1st August August
96 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 2
85 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI

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 Lille La Rochelle

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

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

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

You should allow an average of 5h 37m to travel by train from Lille to La Rochelle.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Lille to La Rochelle in 5h 05m.

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

10 trains complete the Lille to La Rochelle journey each day.

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

Between Lille and La Rochelle, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

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

By train, about 688 km separate La Rochelle from Lille.

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

Need to leave early? The Lille to La Rochelle train at 5h 59m is the first of the day.

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

The last Lille to La Rochelle train leaves the platform at 17h 16m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LILLE EUROPE, LILLE FLANDRES.

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

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LA ROCHELLE.

Which train companies operate trains from Lille to La Rochelle?

Travel on a train operated by OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels for your journey from Lille to La Rochelle.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, travel stress-free with your family, including young children. You can travel for free with a pushchair. Just remember to select the "pushchair" option when purchasing your OUIGO ticket.

If you travel on a TGV INOUI, indulge in a tasty break in the bar carriage, which welcomes you to a newly renovated space. Completely redesigned, it showcases dishes created by chefs, vegetarian options, organic and local products, so that your journey is also a culinary adventure.

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 Lille to La Rochelle?

The price of a Lille – La Rochelle 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 Lille to La Rochelle 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 Lille to La Rochelle.

Price of a Lille – La Rochelle Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lille to La Rochelle, 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 Lille to La Rochelle with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lille to La Rochelle at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lille – La Rochelle

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lille to La Rochelle? 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 Lille – La Rochelle Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lille to La Rochelle. For last-minute train tickets from Lille to La Rochelle, 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 Lille to La Rochelle and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to La Rochelle 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 Lille - La Rochelle

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

To travel from Lille to La Rochelle, 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 Lille to La Rochelle 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 Lille - La Rochelle

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lille to La Rochelle 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 Lille-La Rochelle Saturday 11 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 59m 11h 13m 5h 14m TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 5102
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • 28 min
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
    OUIGO 7669
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Poitiers
  • 09 min
  • Poitiers
    TGV INOUI 8373
  • Niort
  • La Rochelle
7h 12m 12h 46m 5h 34m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7006
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h09
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8375
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
8h 01m 13h 23m 5h 22m TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9870
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • 50 min
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
    TGV INOUI 5491
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Niort
  • La Rochelle
10h 12m 15h 22m 5h 10m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7026
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h01
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8377
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Poitiers
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
11h 13m 16h 18m 5h 05m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7030
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h12
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8361
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
13h 12m 18h 17m 5h 05m TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7038
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h08
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7641
  • Poitiers
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
13h 42m 19h 58m 6h 16m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7522
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h03
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8447
  • Poitiers
  • 51 min
  • Poitiers
    TER 63477
  • Lusignan
  • Rouille
  • Pamproux
  • La Mothe-Saint-Heray
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • La Creche
  • Niort
  • Prin-Deyrancon
  • Mauze
  • Surgeres
  • Aigrefeuille Le Thou
  • La Jarrie
  • La Rochelle
13h 42m 20h 25m 6h 43m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7522
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 2h27
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8367
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
14h 01m 20h 25m 6h 24m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 12530 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9830
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • 1h29
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
    TGV INOUI 5454
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 28 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8367
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
17h 16m 22h 24m 5h 08m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 5240
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 20 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8393
  • Poitiers
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle