The average train between Alençon and La Rochelle takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Alençon 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 Alençon and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 8:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alençon is at 9:42 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Le Mans and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Alençon 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 Alençon to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Alençon station and arriving at La Rochelle station via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Alençon to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Alencon station.
Alençon to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.
Book your Alençon to La Rochelle train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Alençon and La Rochelle is 269.5 km. The road distance is 418 km.
You can take a train from Alencon to La Rochelle Ville via Le Mans and Nantes in around 5h 10m.