What is the cheapest way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

The cheapest way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec is to bus and train via Médiathèque which costs €14 - €27 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

The fastest way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Châteauroux and Ruffec?

No, there is no direct bus from Châteauroux to Ruffec. However, there are services departing from Chateauroux Gare Routiere and arriving at Gare de Ruffec via Poitiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Châteauroux and Ruffec?

No, there is no direct train from Châteauroux to Ruffec. However, there are services departing from Chateauroux and arriving at Gare de Ruffec via Vierzon Ville, St Pierre Des Corps and Poitiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

The distance between Châteauroux and Ruffec is 197 km. The road distance is 162.1 km.

How do I travel from Châteauroux to Ruffec without a car?

The best way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs €30 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Châteauroux to Ruffec bus from?

Châteauroux to Ruffec bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Chateauroux Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Châteauroux to Ruffec train from?

Châteauroux to Ruffec train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chateauroux station.

Train or bus from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

The best way to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €50 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Châteauroux to Ruffec bus arrive?

Châteauroux to Ruffec bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Poitiers Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Châteauroux to Ruffec train arrive?

Châteauroux to Ruffec train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Vierzon Ville station.

Can I drive from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

Yes, the driving distance between Châteauroux to Ruffec is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Châteauroux to Ruffec.

How do I get a train ticket from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

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Where can I stay near Ruffec?

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Châteauroux to Ruffec - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec by bus, train, train (TGV), or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chateauroux Gare Routiere to Poitiers Gare RoutiereAutocar
2. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de RuffecTer
4h 14m
€32–53
Bus, train via Médiathèque
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Médiathèque to Pôle multimodal433
2. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de RuffecTer
4h 23m
€14–27
Train
1. Take the train from Chateauroux to Vierzon VilleTer
2. Take the train from Vierzon Ville to St Pierre Des CorpsTer
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to PoitiersTgv
4. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de RuffecTer
6h 19m
€52–89
Drive 162.1 km
1. Drive from Châteauroux to Ruffec162.1 km
2h 34m
€25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chateauroux Gare Routiere to Poitiers Gare RoutiereAutocar
2. Take the bus from Poitiers to Gare de RuffecAutocar / ...
5h 14m
€34–49

Châteauroux to Ruffec by bus and train

29Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.1 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Châteauroux, France and Ruffec, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

You can take a train from Chateauroux to Gare de Ruffec via Vierzon Ville, St Pierre Des Corps, and Poitiers in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chateauroux Gare Routiere to Gare de Ruffec via Poitiers Gare Routiere and Poitiers in around 5h 14m.

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