Travelling from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo by train

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

The fastest trains from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo take around 5 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 285 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving La Rochelle is scheduled to depart at around  05:27. The last departure is usually at around 17:03 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the last train leaving at around 16:27. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 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 €113.62.

We think any time is a great time to visit Saint-Malo, 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 Saint-Malo.

Is there a direct train from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

The journey between La Rochelle and Saint-Malo usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo 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 Saint-Malo?

The La Rochelle to Saint-Malo train travel takes about 5 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the La Rochelle to Saint-Malo train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saint-Malo leaving La Rochelle at around 05:27 and the last train leaving at around 17:03 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves La Rochelle at around 05:27, with the final departure at 16:27.