How to travel from Nantes to Poitiers

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Compare train and bus for Nantes to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 99 miles (160 km)

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$56

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The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Poitiers:

A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Poitiers costing on average $56.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nantes and Poitiers including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Poitiers among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes 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 Nantes to Poitiers.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nantes and Poitiers including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Poitiers:

A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Poitiers costing on average $56.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

The distance from Nantes to Poitiers is approximately 99 miles (160 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Poitiers is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nantes to Poitiers:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Poitiers.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nantes, Route de Paris and arrive in Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Poitiers, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 to go to Poitiers by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Poitiers by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Poitiers:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Poitiers often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, London, Bordeaux, Lyon. 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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