- Must visit
Musée Sainte-Croix
Poitiers’ main fine arts and archaeology museum, known for Gallo-Roman finds, medieval sculpture, and modern art collections. A strong all-round museum for understanding the city’s history and culture
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Poitiers will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Poitiers without transferring at least once.
50320 · 52751 · 53905
50320 · 50819 · 53905
1430 · 52751 · 53905
50326 · 52751 · 53905
50320 · 50819 · 54049
50310 · 3161
50320 · 50819 · 54049
FlixBus · FlixBus
1698 · 95919
50326 · 50819 · 54049Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $93.
Distance: 346 miles (558 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price | $193 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Poitiers:
A bus is $120 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Poitiers costing on average $175 (€143).
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $193 (€158) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $138 (€113). The journey takes 8h 57m versus 6h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:11AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 13h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:11AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 13h59 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Poitiers buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1698 · 50819 · 54049 | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h55 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1698 · 95919 · 54049 | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h55 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1698 · 50891 · 54049 | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h55 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1698 · 95919 | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h55 | 12:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 transfer | |
50449 · 52751 · 53905 | 2:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 17h05 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50449 · 50891 · 54049 | 2:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h35 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50449 · 50819 · 54049 | 2:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h35 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1608 · 50891 · 54049 | 3:11 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h59 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1608 · 50819 · 54049 | 3:11 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h59 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1608 · 52751 · 53905 | 3:11 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 16h29 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50326 · 50819 · 53905 | 6:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h00 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50326 · 52751 · 53905 | 6:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h00 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50326 · 50819 · 54049 | 6:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 10h30 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50320 · 50819 · 53905 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 12h20 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50320 · 52751 · 53905 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 12h20 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
50320 · 50819 · 54049 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h50 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
1430 · 52751 · 53905 | 8:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 11h35 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 2 transfers | |
3275 · 53905 | 8:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 11h05 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 transfer | |
50310 · 3161 | 12:05 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h40 | 9:45 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h55 | 4:35 AM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Brussels to Poitiers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 18:40. The fastest bus covers the 346 miles (558 km) distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 346 miles (558 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 6:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Poitiers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poitiers trip today.
Poitiers’ main fine arts and archaeology museum, known for Gallo-Roman finds, medieval sculpture, and modern art collections. A strong all-round museum for understanding the city’s history and culture
Poitiers’ signature Romanesque church, famous for its richly sculpted west façade and central role in the city’s heritage. A true icon and the top historic sight in town
A large Gothic cathedral with notable stained glass and a striking interior. One of the city’s essential monuments and a major stop for architecture lovers
Poitiers’ best-known urban park, popular for walks, gardens, viewpoints, and relaxed time away from the denser historic streets
The historic upper town, where many of Poitiers’ key monuments, medieval streets, and small squares are concentrated
A central square in the historic core, surrounded by major monuments and useful as a starting point for walking through Poitiers’ old town
A traditional Poitou green vegetable terrine made with chard, spinach, sorrel, herbs, and often eggs. It is a regional staple served cold or warm.
A famous butter-rich shortbread biscuit from Poitou, traditionally broken by hand and shared at family gatherings and local celebrations.
A distinctive Poitou cheesecake made with fresh goat or cow cheese and a dark baked top. It is one of the region’s best-known desserts.
A popular contemporary French restaurant known for creative seasonal dishes, careful technique, and an intimate city-center setting.
An established Poitiers address for modern French cooking with polished presentation and a comfortable, upscale dining room.
A well-known restaurant in central Poitiers set in a striking historic former chapel, offering refined French cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
Generally moderate by French standards: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not mandatory.
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Poitiers Railway Station -> Poitiers City Center
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