The average train between Cologne and La Rochelle takes 9h 42m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne 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 4 times a day between Cologne and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 6:44 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 9:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 9h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to La Rochelle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at La Rochelle station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.
Cologne to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.
Cologne to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.
Book your Cologne to La Rochelle train tickets online with Eurostar, RATP Metro and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cologne and La Rochelle is 797.3 km. The road distance is 996 km.
You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 38m.