The average train between Vannes and La Rochelle takes 7h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Vannes 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 3 times a day between Vannes and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vannes is at 7:48 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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13h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Vannes 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 Vannes to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Vannes station and arriving at La Rochelle station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.
Vannes to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Vannes station.
Vannes to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.
Book your Vannes to La Rochelle train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Vannes and La Rochelle is 206.3 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Vannes to La Rochelle Ville via Nantes in around 3h 58m.