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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
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cholet to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cholet for Poitiers on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 22 m 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cholet to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cholet to Poitiers:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cholet to Poitiers costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 2m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 46m by bus vs 1h 51m by car) and save roughly $22 (€18) compared to fuel and tolls ($4 (€3) vs $25 (€21)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 09:34AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 10:09AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 02:33PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 06:24PM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 2h18 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 06:29PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 | Departure Time 06:29PM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Aléop Lignes Express régionales | Departure Time 06:34PM | Arrival Time 08:51PM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
The table below shows live departures for Cholet to Poitiers buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:29 PM Cholet | 2h21 | 8:50 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:09 AM Cholet | 2h21 | 12:30 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:33 PM Cholet | 2h22 | 4:55 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cholet to Poitiers run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:32, the last at 15:58. The fastest bus covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 17m |
First bus 6:32 AM |
Last bus 3:58 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cholet to Poitiers by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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