The average train between Derby and La Rochelle takes 9h 24m and the fastest train takes 7h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 5 times a day between Derby and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 3:17 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 9h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at La Rochelle station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.
Derby to La Rochelle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to La Rochelle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.
Book your Derby to La Rochelle train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Derby and La Rochelle is 752 km. The road distance is 1,124 km.
You can take a train from Derby to La Rochelle Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 39m.