The average train between Bordeaux and La Rochelle takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Bordeaux to La Rochelle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bordeaux and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bordeaux is at 7:55 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 10:24 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bordeaux station and arriving at La Rochelle station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.
Bordeaux to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.
Bordeaux to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Rochelle station.
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The distance between Bordeaux and La Rochelle is 153.7 km. The road distance is 194 km.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 2h 19m.