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Musée Sainte-Croix
Main fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with archaeology, paintings, and sculptures spanning centuries.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bayonne to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bayonne to Poitiers will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 4 buses from Bayonne to Poitiers, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 373 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Bayonne to Poitiers run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 231 miles (373 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 231 miles (373 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bayonne to Poitiers.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
The table below shows live departures for Bayonne to Poitiers buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 12h00 | 12:25 PM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:55 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 5h25 | 10:20 AM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 4:55 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 5h25 | 10:20 AM Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
95920 | 10:45 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 5h55 | 4:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with archaeology, paintings, and sculptures spanning centuries.
Immersive center on electronic image and digital creation, known for innovative exhibitions and audiovisual experiences.
Museum within one of France’s oldest baptisteries, presenting archaeological layers and early Christian heritage.
Picturesque old quarter of narrow lanes, half-timbered houses, and small shops that captures the city’s medieval character.
Main square of central Poitiers, lined with grand civic buildings and cafés, and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
Elegant central square beside Notre-Dame-la-Grande, excellent for admiring the church façade and old-town atmosphere.
A soft goat cheese from Poitou, often ash-coated. It is a regional staple with a mild, creamy taste that reflects the area's strong dairy tradition.
A buttery goat cheese from nearby Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine, commonly enjoyed in Poitiers. Its straw through the center makes it distinctive and traditional.
A rustic pork pâté baked in pastry, linked to old Poitevin country cooking. It is valued for its rich filling and festive, shareable style.
Refined contemporary restaurant in central Poitiers, known for polished French cooking and an intimate setting suited to a special dinner.
Well-regarded traditional French brasserie with regional dishes, classic décor, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere near the center.
Casual crêperie popular for savory galettes and sweet crêpes. A dependable choice for a relaxed meal in the historic city center.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local buses and everyday meals stay reasonably priced for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Bayonne to Poitiers buses use the Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard to Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) station pair, with some services arriving at Poitiers, Gare. Use this guide to compare Bayonne and Poitiers bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière). ATMs are available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
Ticket office support is available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
Available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière): Basic accessibility features available.
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