Train Rennes La Rochelle

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Train timetable info Rennes-La Rochelle

Travel by train from Rennes to La Rochelle. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Rennes at 7h 35m and the last at 17h 35m, allowing you to cover the 329 km distance in as little as 3h 34m. Tickets are available from 39€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 22m

Shortest route time

3h 34m

First hour of departure

7h 35m

Last hour of departure

17h 35m

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Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
today 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 7 July July 47 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Wednesday 8 48 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Thursday 9 48 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 10	Saturday 11 98 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 12 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES
Monday 13 45 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 14 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Wednesday 15 46 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Thursday 16 52 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 17 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 18 152 € (1) TGV INOUI TGV INOUI	Sunday 19 50 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES
Monday 20 44 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 21 39 € (1) INTERCITES The cheapest INTERCITES	Wednesday 22 39 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Thursday 23 47 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 24 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 25 51 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Sunday 26 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES
Monday 27	Tuesday 28	Wednesday 29 44 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Thursday 30 45 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 31 53 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 1st August August 81 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 2 53 € (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 Rennes La Rochelle

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

Remember to book early to take advantage of the best fares. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day and time of your departure. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

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

The Rennes to La Rochelle journey takes just 4h 22m on average.

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

The minimum time to travel by train between Rennes and La Rochelle is 3h 34m.

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

Every day, you can choose from the 10 trains that run on the Rennes – La Rochelle journey.

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

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

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

The rail connection between Rennes and La Rochelle is approximately 329 km.

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

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Rennes to La Rochelle train at 7h 35m.

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

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Rennes at 17h 35m.

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

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

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

This page lists trains arriving at: LA ROCHELLE.

Which train companies operate trains from Rennes to La Rochelle?

The Rennes – 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.

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.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

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

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

Price of a Rennes – La Rochelle Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Rennes 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 Rennes 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 Rennes – La Rochelle

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Rennes 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 Rennes – 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 Rennes to La Rochelle. For last-minute train tickets from Rennes 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 Rennes to La Rochelle and alternative routes

For your journey to La Rochelle, if a direct train is available from Rennes, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Rennes - La Rochelle

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

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

Intercités

Travel from Rennes 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 Rennes 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 Rennes 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

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Rennes 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.

Train timetables Rennes-La Rochelle Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
7h 35m	11h 39m	4h 04m	TER	Booking
7h 35m Rennes TER 58307 8h 52m Nantes 1h03 9h 55m Nantes TER 59801 10h 34m La Roche-Sur-Yon 10h 58m Lucon 11h 39m La Rochelle
9h 05m	13h 31m	4h 26m	TER, Intercités	Booking
9h 05m Rennes TER 57757 9h 24m Vitre 9h 43m Laval 10h 09m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 10h 32m Angers Saint-Laud 10h 56m Ancenis 11h 15m Nantes 32 min 11h 47m Nantes Intercités 3833 12h 27m La Roche-Sur-Yon 12h 51m Lucon 13h 31m La Rochelle
9h 39m	13h 31m	3h 52m	TER, Intercités	Booking
9h 39m Rennes TER 56619 10h 14m Redon 09 min 10h 23m Redon TER 58286 11h 05m Nantes 42 min 11h 47m Nantes Intercités 3833 12h 27m La Roche-Sur-Yon 12h 51m Lucon 13h 31m La Rochelle
13h 35m	17h 46m	4h 11m	TER, Intercités	Booking
13h 35m Rennes TER 58355 14h 52m Nantes 1h07 15h 59m Nantes Intercités 3835 16h 41m La Roche-Sur-Yon 17h 05m Lucon 17h 46m La Rochelle
14h 56m	19h 39m	4h 43m	TER, Intercités	Booking
14h 56m Rennes TER 57769 15h 16m Vitre 15h 35m Laval 16h 00m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 16h 30m Angers Saint-Laud 16h 56m Ancenis 17h 15m Nantes 40 min 17h 55m Nantes Intercités 3837 18h 34m La Roche-Sur-Yon 18h 58m Lucon 19h 39m La Rochelle
15h 35m	20h 27m	4h 52m	TGV INOUI	Booking
15h 35m Rennes TGV INOUI 8722 17h 05m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 19 min 17h 24m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8367 18h 08m Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir 18h 34m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 19h 41m Niort 20h 03m Surgeres 20h 27m La Rochelle
16h 05m	19h 39m	3h 34m	TER, Intercités	Booking
16h 05m Rennes TER 56655 16h 40m Redon 07 min 16h 47m Redon TER 58222 16h 56m Severac 17h 01m Saint-Gildas-Des-Bois 17h 05m Dreffeac 17h 11m Pontchateau 17h 20m Savenay 17h 44m Nantes 11 min 17h 55m Nantes Intercités 3837 18h 34m La Roche-Sur-Yon 18h 58m Lucon 19h 39m La Rochelle
16h 35m	21h 21m	4h 46m	TGV INOUI	Booking
16h 35m Rennes TGV INOUI 8630 18h 05m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 14 min 18h 19m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8391 19h 45m Poitiers 20h 18m Saint-Maixent-L'ecole 20h 37m Niort 20h 58m Surgeres 21h 21m La Rochelle
17h 31m	21h 50m	4h 19m	TER	Booking
17h 31m Rennes TER 58377 18h 52m Nantes 43 min 19h 35m Nantes TER 59805 19h 51m Clisson 19h 59m Montaigu 20h 07m L'herbergement - Les Brouzils 20h 16m Bellevigny 20h 25m La Roche-Sur-Yon 20h 54m Lucon 21h 50m La Rochelle
17h 35m	22h 24m	4h 49m	TGV INOUI	Booking
17h 35m Rennes TGV INOUI 8690 19h 04m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 12 min 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Which train companies operate trains from Rennes to La Rochelle?

What services are offered on board?

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

Price of a Rennes – La Rochelle Train Ticket

Promotional Fare for Rennes – La Rochelle

Last-minute Rennes – La Rochelle Train

Direct train from Rennes to La Rochelle and alternative routes

Companies serving Rennes - La Rochelle

Intercités

Classes of rail companies serving Rennes - La Rochelle

Intercités

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

Intercités

Train timetables Rennes-La Rochelle Tuesday 7 July 2026

Visit La Rochelle at the last minute

Have fun with friends in La Rochelle

Family weekend in La Rochelle

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