The average train between La Rochelle and Lens takes 8h and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from La Rochelle to Lens. 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 4 hours between La Rochelle and Lens. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Rochelle is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Lens at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 and take an average of 8h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from La Rochelle to Lens? 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 La Rochelle to Lens. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville station and arriving at Arras station via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.
La Rochelle to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.
La Rochelle to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Arras station.
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The distance between La Rochelle and Lens is 558.5 km. The road distance is 664 km.
You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Lens via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare du Nord, Paris Nord, and Arras in around 5h 50m.