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Take the train from Angoulême to La Rochelle in 2 hours
If you want to travel from Angoulême to La Rochelle by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Angoulême to La Rochelle by train to take around 3 hours 17 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 15 trains per day running on this route, which spans 116 km. There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to La Rochelle. SNCF is the main train company operating on this route, as they are the national rail operator in France. You're likely to be hopping onto either a regional TER or Intercités service, both of which have plenty of space for luggage and modern comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Angoulême to La Rochelle start from $26.91 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Angoulême to La Rochelle by train
It takes an average of 3h 17m to travel from Angoulême to La Rochelle by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 15 trains per day traveling from Angoulême to La Rochelle and tickets for this journey start from $26.91 when you book in advance.
| First train | 6:10 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:08 pm | |
| Departure station | Angoulême | |
| Arrival station | La Rochelle | |
| Journey time | From 2h 0m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $26.91 | |
| Train and bus operators | SNCF, SNCF Voyageurs |
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SNCF trains from Angoulême to La Rochelle
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Angoulême to La Rochelle?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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