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About the train journey from Saintes to St-Palais

Want to travel from Saintes to St-Palais by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Saintes to St-Palais usually takes 13 hours 17 minutes on average to travel 168 miles (271 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 9 hours 19 minutes. You can expect to find 13 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Saintes and St-Palais, you’ll need to make 2 changes on your way to St-Palais.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Saintes to St-Palais in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to St-Palais, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Saintes to St-Palais by train

First train

05:07

Last train

20:01

Departure station

Saintes

Arrival station

St-Palais

Journey time

From 9h 19m

Distance

168 miles (271 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Saintes to St-Palais

Want to know more about your journey from Saintes to St-Palais? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to St-Palais from Saintes?

To travel to St-Palais from Saintes, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 13 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 9 hours and 19 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Saintes to St-Palais?

Trains from Saintes to St-Palais take an average of 13 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours and 19 minutes. You'll usually find 13 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Saintes and St-Palais by train?

The quickest journey time between Saintes and St-Palais by train is 9 hours and 19 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Saintes to St-Palais?

No, there are no direct trains running from Saintes to St-Palais, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Saintes to St-Palais

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 Saintes to St-Palais 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.

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