How to travel from Nice to Poitiers

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Compare train and bus for Nice to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł483 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł483, while a train costs an average of zł907.

Distance: 392 miles (631 km)

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zł907

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zł964

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9h 11m

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8h 41m

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16h 3m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of zł483.

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

A bus is zł424 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Poitiers costing on average zł907.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 9h 11m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nice and Poitiers including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nice to Poitiers among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 1m faster (8h 41m by train vs 9h 42m by car) and roughly zł57 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł907 vs zł964). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Nice to Poitiers

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50488 · 95920
    9:15 PM19h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:40 PMPoitiers, Railway Station
    2421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50488 · 95920
    9:15 PM19h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:40 PMPoitiers, Railway Station
    2421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM17h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    2:55 PMPoitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)
    3321One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    5:30 PM18h40
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    12:10 PMPoitiers, Railway Station
    2551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM22h50
    Nice, Gare Routière Vauban
    2:55 PMPoitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)
    3551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:40 PM24h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    1:05 PMPoitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)
    3581One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nice 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 Nice to Poitiers.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nice and Poitiers including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Poitiers is a bus with an average price of zł483.

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

A bus is zł424 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Poitiers costing on average zł907.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 9h 11m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 3m.

The distance from Nice to Poitiers is approximately 392 miles (631 km).
The average frequency per day from Nice to Poitiers is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nice 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 Nice to Poitiers:
  • Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
  • Trains mostly depart from Nice-Ville and arrive in Poitiers.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nice to Poitiers, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Lignes d'Azur to go to Poitiers by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Poitiers by train.
Omio customers who travel from Nice 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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