La Rochelle to Tours by train
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Overview: trains from La Rochelle to Tours
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La Rochelle to Tours train travel explained
Want to know how to get from La Rochelle to Tours by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from La Rochelle to Tours take around 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 196 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving La Rochelle is scheduled to depart at around 05:27. The last departure is usually at around 21:09. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$87.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Tours, 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 Tours.
Is there a direct train from La Rochelle to Tours?
The journey between La Rochelle and Tours usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from La Rochelle to Tours every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from La Rochelle to Tours?
The La Rochelle to Tours train travel takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the La Rochelle to Tours train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Tours leaving La Rochelle at around 05:27 and the last train leaving at around 21:09. This is the same at the weekend.
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- From Amboise to Tours From US$7.00
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- From Chenonceaux to Tours From US$12.50
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- From Caen to Tours From US$15.00
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- From Tours to Chenonceaux From US$8.50
- From Tours to Le Mans From US$25.00
- From Tours to Saumur From US$16.50
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