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Compare train and bus for Poitiers to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poitiers to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 12h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a bus costs an average of $79.
Distance: 471 miles (759 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$79 Average price Cheapest | $252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 36m Average total duration Fastest 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $252 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $173. The journey takes 12h 6m 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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How to get from Poitiers to Madrid by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Poitiers to Madrid is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal9:50 PM 11h25 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) $47 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:50 PM 11h25 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) $47 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
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AF14002:20 PM 8h45 Poitiers 11:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport $329 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
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9:50 PM 11h55 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $47 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Poitiers and Madrid as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) and arrive in Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
- Travel with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Madrid by bus.
- 2 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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