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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. It is the city’s leading museum and a strong choice for understanding the
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Poitiers will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lille for Poitiers on Mon, Jun 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct buses cover the 493 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest buses will take 11 h 40 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.
51800 · 53905
1612 · 95919
54049
FlixBus · FlixBus
54049
1612 · 95919
FlixBus · FlixBus
51800 · 53905Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Poitiers:
A bus is $74 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Poitiers costing on average $113 (€93).
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 33m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€32) compared to roughly $179 (€148) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $141 (€116). The journey takes 7h 33m versus 6h 2m 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 Bus, 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 03:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Poitiers buses for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h50 | 4:35 AM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 29 | |||||
1612 · 95919 | 3:00 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h10 | 12:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h10 | 4:50 PM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
51800 · 53905 | 8:00 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 11h40 | 7:40 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 transfer | |
54049 | 8:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 8h40 | 5:10 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lille to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:40 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. It is the city’s leading museum and a strong choice for understanding the
One of the oldest Christian buildings in France, presented with archaeological and historical interpretation. It combines monument value with a compact museum-style experience.
A science and culture center with exhibitions, planetarium programming, and educational displays. It is a good family-friendly stop for interactive learning in central Poitiers.
The historic center is the best area for walking between Romanesque churches, squares, shops, and old streets. It is the essential base for first-time visitors.
A large formal park with promenades, gardens, viewpoints, and open lawns near the historic center. It is one of the city’s best places for a relaxed walk.
Poitiers’ main central square, surrounded by civic buildings and cafés, and a practical point for orientation. It is lively, photogenic, and often used as a meeting spot.
A traditional buttery biscuit from Poitou, baked as a large round galette and broken by hand to share. It is one of the region’s best-known sweet specialties.
A classic Poitou green vegetable terrine made with leafy greens, herbs, bread, and eggs, often served cold. It is a staple of local home cooking.
A small goat’s milk cheese with PDO status, produced in the Poitou area. Its creamy texture and tangy flavor make it one of the region’s signature foods.
A recognized contemporary French restaurant appreciated for creative seasonal cooking, careful presentation, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
An established fine dining address in Poitiers known for modern French dishes, tasting menus, and an intimate, upscale setting.
A well-known restaurant set in a striking historic chapel space, offering refined French cuisine and an elegant atmosphere in central Poitiers.
Prices are moderate for France. Casual dining is reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated, but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Poitiers Railway Station, Poitiers -> Poitiers City Center, Poitiers
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