The average train between La Rochelle and Zarautz takes 9h and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from La Rochelle to Zarautz. 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 Zarautz. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Rochelle is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Zarautz at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Bordeaux St Jean and take an average of 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from La Rochelle to Zarautz? 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 Zarautz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle station and arriving at Zarautz station via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.
La Rochelle to Zarautz train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle Ville station.
La Rochelle to Zarautz train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Hendaye station.
The distance between La Rochelle and Zarautz is 330 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Zarautz via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 7h 55m.