La Rochelle to Nantes by train
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Overview: trains from La Rochelle to Nantes
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La Rochelle to Nantes train travel explained
Want to know how to get from La Rochelle to Nantes by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from La Rochelle to Nantes take around 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 122 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving La Rochelle is scheduled to depart at around 05:56. The last departure is usually at around 20:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave La Rochelle at around 09:56, with the last train leaving at around 20:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 29 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$17.55.
We think any time is a great time to visit Nantes, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Nantes.
Is there a direct train from La Rochelle to Nantes?
Yes, there is a direct train from La Rochelle to Nantes.
How long does it take to travel from La Rochelle to Nantes?
The La Rochelle to Nantes train travel takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the La Rochelle to Nantes train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nantes leaving La Rochelle at around 05:56 and the last train leaving at around 20:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves La Rochelle at around 09:56, with the final departure at 20:28.
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- From La Rochelle to London From CA$207.35
- From La Rochelle to Paris From CA$113.10
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- From La Rochelle to Bordeaux From CA$2.60
- From La Rochelle to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport From CA$131.95
- From La Rochelle to Saintes From CA$15.60
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- From La Rochelle to La Roche sur Yon From CA$18.20
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- From La Rochelle to Tours From CA$113.75
Other train journeys to Nantes
- From London to Nantes From CA$112.45
- From Paris to Nantes From CA$48.10
- From Saint-Pierre-des-Corps to Nantes From CA$29.90
- From La Roche sur Yon to Nantes From CA$14.95
- From Redon to Nantes From CA$57.85
- From Rennes to Nantes From CA$120.25
- From Le Mans to Nantes From CA$29.90
- From Angers to Nantes From CA$19.50
- From Bordeaux to Nantes From CA$5.20
- From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Nantes From CA$15.60
- From Lille to Nantes From CA$15.60
- From St-Nazaire to Nantes From CA$14.95
- From Lyon to Nantes From CA$98.15
- From Tours to Nantes From CA$34.45
- From Vannes to Nantes From CA$39.00
Other train journeys from Nantes
- From Nantes to London From CA$120.90
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- From Nantes to Angers From CA$15.60
- From Nantes to Paris From CA$30.55
- From Nantes to La Roche sur Yon From CA$15.60
- From Nantes to Le Mans From CA$29.90
- From Nantes to Redon From CA$21.45
- From Nantes to Bordeaux From CA$2.60
- From Nantes to Les Sables-d'Olonne From CA$21.45
- From Nantes to Rennes From CA$33.80
- From Nantes to Lille From CA$408.20
- From Nantes to St-Nazaire From CA$12.35
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