The average train between Saint-Nazaire and La Rochelle takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saint-Nazaire is at 7:12 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 29m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from St Nazaire station and arriving at La Rochelle station via Nantes station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Saint-Nazaire to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Nazaire station.
Saint-Nazaire to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Rochelle station.
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The distance between Saint-Nazaire and La Rochelle is 147.9 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from St Nazaire to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 3h 23m.