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 21m.

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 32m and costs €24 - €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, St Pierre Des Corps and Poitiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Châteauroux to Ruffec?

The distance between Châteauroux and Ruffec is 197 km. The road distance is 164 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 12m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 5h 46m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 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 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m 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?

There are 252+ hotels available in Ruffec.

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 Routierebus Autocar
2. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de Ruffectrain Ter
4h 12m
€34–56
Bus, train via Médiathèque
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Médiathèque to Pôle multimodalbus 433
2. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de Ruffectrain Ter
4h 21m
€14–27
Train
1. Take the train from Chateauroux to Vierzon Villetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vierzon to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Poitierstrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Poitiers to Gare de Ruffectrain Ter
5h 46m
€57–142
Drive 164 km
1. Drive from Châteauroux to Ruffeccar 164 km
2h 32m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chateauroux Gare Routiere to Poitiers Gare Routierebus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Poitiers to Gare de Ruffecbus Autocar / ...
5h 14m
€38–53

Châteauroux to Ruffec by bus and train

29Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Châteauroux to Ruffec.

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Distance: 197.2 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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, St Pierre Des Corps, and Poitiers in around 5h 46m. 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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