What is the cheapest way to get from Caen to Poitiers?

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Poitiers is to rideshare which costs €23 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caen to Poitiers?

The fastest way to get from Caen to Poitiers is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Poitiers via St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Caen to Poitiers?

The distance between Caen and Poitiers is 365 km. The road distance is 358.5 km.

How do I travel from Caen to Poitiers without a car?

The best way to get from Caen to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €50 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Caen to Poitiers?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Caen to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Poitiers train from?

Caen to Poitiers train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Caen station.

Where does the Caen to Poitiers train arrive?

Caen to Poitiers train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station.

Can I drive from Caen to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Poitiers is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Caen to Poitiers.

How do I get a train ticket from Caen to Poitiers?

Book your Caen to Poitiers train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 707+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Can I share a ride from Caen to Poitiers?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Caen and Poitiers. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Caen to Poitiers - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Caen to Poitiers by train (TGV), car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Saint-Pierre-des-CorpsK39
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to PoitiersTgv
4h 30m
€54–172
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to Poitiers358 km
4h 30m
€23
Drive 358.5 km
1. Drive from Caen to Poitiers358.5 km
3h 25m
€56–81
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-LazareK2+ / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to PoitiersTgv
5h 4m
€59–169

Caen to Poitiers by train

4Weekly Trains

4h 30mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 365.3 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Caen to Poitiers via St Pierre Des Corps in around 4h 30m.

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