La Rochelle to Barcelona train travel explained

Want to know how to get from La Rochelle to Barcelona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from La Rochelle to Barcelona take around 8 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 593 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving La Rochelle is scheduled to depart at around  05:26. The last departure is usually at around 21:09 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the last train leaving at around 21:55. 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 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €261.78.

We think any time is a great time to visit Barcelona, 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 Barcelona.

Is there a direct train from La Rochelle to Barcelona?

The journey between La Rochelle and Barcelona usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from La Rochelle to Barcelona 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 Barcelona?

The La Rochelle to Barcelona train travel takes about 8 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the La Rochelle to Barcelona train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barcelona leaving La Rochelle at around 05:26 and the last train leaving at around 21:09 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the final departure at 21:55.