Taking the train from Nantes to Rochefort

Ready to book a trip from Nantes to Rochefort by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Nantes and Rochefort

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £1.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Nantes to Rochefort departure frequency and train timetable

With 17 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 15 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:25 and the last one is at 17:55. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:25, with the last one at 17:55.

How long does the train from Nantes to Rochefort take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 7 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 148 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Nantes and Rochefort?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Nantes and Rochefort 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making your Nantes to Rochefort travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Rochefort.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Nantes to Rochefort by train?

The distance between Nantes and Rochefort is 148 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Nantes to Rochefort?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £1.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Nantes to Rochefort train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Nantes to Rochefort?

The fastest journey by train is 2 hours and 7 minutes.