- 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
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tourcoing to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tourcoing to Poitiers will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tourcoing for Poitiers on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tourcoing to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tourcoing to Poitiers:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tourcoing to Poitiers costing on average $121 (€99).
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
You'll arrive about 2h 8m sooner (4h 7m by train vs 6h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $121 (€99) compared to roughly $113 (€92) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Tourcoing to Poitiers trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:37 PM Tourcoing | 4h02 | 6:39 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:46 AM Tourcoing | 3h53 | 9:39 AM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Tourcoing to Poitiers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 7:19 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
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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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Gare de Poitiers, Poitiers -> Centre-Ville, Poitiers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tourcoing to Poitiers by train. 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 train, 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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