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Taking the train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle in 15 hours 40 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 21 hours 40 minutes to travel the 519 miles (835 km) from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle by train, although you can get there in as little as 15 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to La Rochelle? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle by train

First train

04:21

Last train

20:16

Departure station

Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

Arrival station

La Rochelle

Journey time

From 15h 40m

Distance

519 miles (835 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle train times

Check out the next trains departing from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle for Tuesday 7th May 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:39 07:27 24h 48m, 4 changes
07:45 07:27 23h 42m, 6 changes
10:42 08:45 22h 3m, 3 changes
10:55 08:45 21h 50m, 4 changes
12:46 11:24 22h 38m, 5 changes
14:46 13:12 22h 26m, 5 changes
14:46 14:22 23h 36m, 3 changes
16:46 14:22 21h 36m, 5 changes
17:14 14:22 21h 8m, 6 changes
17:46 16:33 22h 47m, 5 changes

Cheap train tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle take?

The average journey time by train between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and La Rochelle is 21 hours and 40 minutes, with around 14 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and La Rochelle by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle is 15 hours and 40 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle?

No, there are no direct train services from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle. Travelling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle leave?

The first train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle leaves at 04:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle leave?

The last train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle leaves at 20:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and La Rochelle by train?

Trains travelling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Rochelle cover a distance of around 519 miles (835 km) during the journey.

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