La Rochelle to Rennes by train
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Travelling from La Rochelle to Rennes by train
Want to know how to get from La Rochelle to Rennes by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from La Rochelle to Rennes take around 3 hours and 56 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 221 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving La Rochelle is scheduled to depart at around 05:09. The last departure is usually at around 18:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the last train leaving at around 19:51. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €53.39.
We think any time is a great time to visit Rennes, 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 Rennes.
Is there a direct train from La Rochelle to Rennes?
The journey between La Rochelle and Rennes usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from La Rochelle to Rennes 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 Rennes?
The La Rochelle to Rennes train travel takes about 3 hours and 56 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the La Rochelle to Rennes train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Rennes leaving La Rochelle at around 05:09 and the last train leaving at around 18:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the final departure at 19:51.
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