Train Montpellier La Rochelle

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Information about the Montpellier to La Rochelle train

Travel by train from Montpellier to La Rochelle. 13 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Montpellier at 6h 49m and the last at 21h 42m, allowing you to cover the 703 km distance in as little as 7h 06m. Tickets are available from 57€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

8h 20m

Shortest route time

7h 06m

First hour of departure

6h 49m

Last hour of departure

21h 42m

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Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 24 August	Tuesday 25 August 71 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Wednesday 26	Thursday 27	Friday 28	Saturday 29	Sunday 30
Monday 31	Tuesday 1st September September 57 € (1) INTERCITES The cheapest INTERCITES	Wednesday 2 65 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Thursday 3	Friday 4 81 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 5	Sunday 6
Monday 7	Tuesday 8	Wednesday 9	Thursday 10	Friday 11 64 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 12	Sunday 13 78 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES

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 Montpellier to La Rochelle

How much does a train ticket from Montpellier to La Rochelle 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 Montpellier to La Rochelle take?

You should allow an average of 8h 20m to travel by train from Montpellier to La Rochelle.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Montpellier to La Rochelle in 7h 06m.

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

Every day, you can choose from the 13 trains that run on the Montpellier – La Rochelle journey.

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

It is possible to travel between Montpellier and La Rochelle on Connecting train(s).

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

The train journey between Montpellier and La Rochelle, covers around 703 km.

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

Each day, the first train leaves Montpellier for La Rochelle at 6h 49m.

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

The last train leaves Montpellier at 21h 42m.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: LA ROCHELLE.

Which train companies operate trains from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

The Montpellier – La Rochelle route is served by: Intercités, TER, TGV INOUI.

What services are offered on board?

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

With TGV INOUI, stay connected during your journey: free access for everyone to Wi-Fi and a world of services and content. You can also enjoy power outlets available at every seat.

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 Montpellier to La Rochelle?

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

Price of a Montpellier – La Rochelle Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Montpellier to La Rochelle, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Montpellier to La Rochelle, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Montpellier – La Rochelle

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 Montpellier – La Rochelle Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Montpellier to La Rochelle 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 Montpellier 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.

Which companies operate the train from Montpellier to La Rochelle?

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

Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Montpellier to La Rochelle with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.

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TER

Travel from Montpellier to La Rochelle 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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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Montpellier to La Rochelle on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Montpellier 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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What travel classes are available on the Montpellier to La Rochelle train?

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

Intercités

Travel from Montpellier to La Rochelle on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy seats
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom
Individual power socket
Space to store your luggage

TER

Travel from Montpellier to La Rochelle 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.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Montpellier to La Rochelle 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

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

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

Intercités

Travel connected

You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.
For gourmands

Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.
For families

Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!
In case of delays

With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.
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Private space for the night

Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).
Night space for woman

You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.
Room for your suitcases,

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

Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!

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.

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.

Montpellier to La Rochelle train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 49m	15h 22m	8h 33m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 49m Montpellier Saint-Roch TER 76403 6h 59m Frontignan 7h 04m Sete Connection: 22 min 7h 26m Sete TGV INOUI 6250 7h 46m Montpellier Sud De France 8h 09m Nimes Pont Du Gard 8h 50m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 11h 04m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h11 12h 15m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8377 13h 17m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 13h 52m Poitiers 14h 37m Niort 14h 58m Surgeres 15h 22m La Rochelle
7h 05m	15h 27m	8h 22m	Intercités, TER	Booking
7h 05m Montpellier Saint-Roch Intercités 4752 7h 42m Beziers 7h 59m Narbonne 8h 32m Carcassonne 9h 17m Toulouse Matabiau 9h 58m Montauban Ville Bourbon 10h 36m Agen 11h 54m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Connection: 1h01 12h 55m Bordeaux Saint-Jean TER 64806 12h 59m Cenon 13h 13m Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac 13h 25m Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan 13h 35m Montendre 13h 51m Jonzac 14h 13m Pons 14h 32m Saintes 15h 02m Rochefort 15h 17m Chatelaillon 15h 27m La Rochelle
7h 51m	15h 22m	7h 31m	TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 51m Montpellier Sud De France TGV INOUI 6250 - TGV INOUI 12346 8h 09m Nimes Pont Du Gard 8h 50m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 11h 04m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h11 12h 15m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8377 13h 17m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 13h 52m Poitiers 14h 37m Niort 14h 58m Surgeres 15h 22m La Rochelle
8h 50m	16h 18m	7h 28m	TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 50m Montpellier Saint-Roch TGV INOUI 6202 9h 15m Nimes Centre 10h 02m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 12h 18m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h09 13h 27m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8361 15h 16m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 15h 33m Niort 15h 54m Surgeres 16h 18m La Rochelle
9h 06m	16h 23m	7h 17m	Intercités	Booking
9h 06m Montpellier Saint-Roch Intercités 4756 9h 20m Sete 9h 58m Narbonne 10h 30m Carcassonne 11h 15m Toulouse Matabiau 11h 55m Montauban Ville Bourbon 12h 33m Agen 13h 49m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Connection: 14 min 14h 03m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Intercités 3856 14h 48m Jonzac 15h 31m Saintes 16h 01m Rochefort 16h 23m La Rochelle
9h 37m	17h 33m	7h 56m	TGV INOUI, TER	Booking
9h 37m Montpellier Sud De France TGV INOUI 6254 9h 56m Nimes Pont Du Gard 10h 36m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 12h 50m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h20 14h 10m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8485 15h 13m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 15h 49m Poitiers Connection: 15 min 16h 04m Poitiers TER 63473 16h 19m Lusignan 16h 35m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 16h 50m Niort 17h 04m Mauze 17h 12m Surgeres 17h 33m La Rochelle
11h 05m	18h 28m	7h 23m	Intercités, TER	Booking
11h 05m Montpellier Saint-Roch Intercités 4758 11h 42m Beziers 11h 58m Narbonne 12h 29m Carcassonne 13h 13m Toulouse Matabiau 13h 52m Montauban Ville Bourbon 14h 57m Marmande 15h 47m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Connection: 15 min 16h 02m Bordeaux Saint-Jean TER 64810 16h 06m Cenon 16h 20m Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac 16h 31m Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan 16h 42m Montendre 16h 58m Jonzac 17h 19m Pons 17h 36m Saintes 18h 06m Rochefort 18h 19m Chatelaillon 18h 28m La Rochelle
13h 07m	20h 24m	7h 17m	Intercités	Booking
13h 07m Montpellier Saint-Roch Intercités 4760 13h 21m Sete 13h 58m Narbonne 14h 30m Carcassonne 15h 15m Toulouse Matabiau 15h 56m Montauban Ville Bourbon 16h 33m Agen 17h 49m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Connection: 17 min 18h 06m Bordeaux Saint-Jean Intercités 3858 18h 51m Jonzac 19h 30m Saintes 19h 59m Rochefort 20h 24m La Rochelle
13h 19m	20h 25m	7h 06m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 19m Montpellier Sud De France TGV INOUI 6270 13h 38m Nimes Pont Du Gard 14h 18m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 16h 33m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 51 min 17h 24m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8367 18h 08m Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir 18h 34m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 19h 40m Niort 20h 01m Surgeres 20h 25m La Rochelle
13h 50m	22h 24m	8h 34m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 50m Montpellier Saint-Roch TGV INOUI 6204 14h 15m Nimes Centre 15h 01m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 17h 18m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h58 19h 16m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8393 20h 19m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 20h 54m Poitiers 21h 40m Niort 22h 01m Surgeres 22h 24m La Rochelle
13h 57m	22h 24m	8h 27m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 57m Montpellier Saint-Roch TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184 14h 23m Nimes Centre 15h 09m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 15h 50m Lyon Part Dieu Connection: 14 min 16h 04m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6624 16h 43m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 18h 08m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h08 19h 16m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8393 20h 19m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 20h 54m Poitiers 21h 40m Niort 22h 01m Surgeres 22h 24m La Rochelle
14h 51m	22h 24m	7h 33m	TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 51m Montpellier Sud De France TGV INOUI 6258 15h 09m Nimes Pont Du Gard 15h 50m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 18h 12m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h04 19h 16m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8393 20h 19m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 20h 54m Poitiers 21h 40m Niort 22h 01m Surgeres 22h 24m La Rochelle
21h 42m	12h 27m	14h 45m	Intercités, TGV INOUI	Booking
21h 42m Montpellier Saint-Roch Intercités 5744 22h 06m Nimes Centre 7h 53m Paris Austerlitz Connection: 1h15 9h 08m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8375 10h 11m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 10h 50m Poitiers 11h 23m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 11h 42m Niort 12h 03m Surgeres 12h 27m La Rochelle

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Intercités

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Intercités

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Intercités

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