How to travel from Madrid to Poitiers

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Compare bus and train for Madrid to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €80 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 12h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €80, while a bus costs an average of €80.

Distance: 471 miles (759 km)

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€80

Average price

Cheapest

€153

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

12h 4m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of €80.
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Poitiers is by bus with an average journey time of 12h 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Poitiers including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Poitiers among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €80 compared to roughly €153 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €74. The journey takes 12h 4m versus 9h 31m 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.

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.

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from Madrid to Poitiers

How to get from Madrid to Poitiers by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Madrid to Poitiers is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Alsa
    9:00 PM11h20
    Madrid
    8:20 AMPoitiers
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Alsa
    9:00 PM11h20
    Madrid
    8:20 AMPoitiers
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Alsa
    9:00 PM11h20
    Madrid
    8:20 AMPoitiers
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    9:30 PM11h50
    Madrid
    9:20 AMPoitiers
    €411One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8:30 PM11h50
    Madrid
    8:20 AMPoitiers
    €461One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Poitiers

Travel to Poitiers easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Poitiers.

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There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Poitiers including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of €80.
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Poitiers is by bus with an average journey time of 12h 34m.
The distance from Madrid to Poitiers is approximately 471 miles (759 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Poitiers is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Poitiers as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Poitiers:
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Poitiers, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus to go to Poitiers by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Poitiers:
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Poitiers often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, London, Barcelona, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Poitiers and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Poitiers to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Poitiers, allowing time to visit its historic sites, such as the Church of Notre Dame la Grande and the Palais des Comtes de Poitou, and to enjoy the local culture and cuisine.

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