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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs €100 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Poitiers via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Poitiers via Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Poitiers?

The distance between Dunkirk and Poitiers is 618 km. The road distance is 622.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs €100 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Poitiers bus from?

Dunkirk to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dunkerque station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Poitiers train from?

Dunkirk to Poitiers train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs €100 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Poitiers bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Poitiers train arrive?

Dunkirk to Poitiers train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Poitiers is 622 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Dunkirk to Poitiers.

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

Book your Dunkirk to Poitiers train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Poitiers?

Book your Dunkirk to Poitiers bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 201+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Dunkirk to Poitiers - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Poitiers by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Dunkerque to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Poitierstrain Tgv
5h 24m
€104–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkerque to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 1751
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Poitiersbus 723 / ...
10h 20m
€43–75
Drive 622.5 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Poitierscar 622.5 km
6h 8m
€97–140
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain
2. Fly from Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LIL - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Poitierstrain
7h 44m
€97–334
Bus via Antony
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Paris - St-Denis Université Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris - Massy-Palaiseau Vilmorin Bus to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 41m
€46–84

Dunkirk to Poitiers by train, subway, and foot

39Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 618.5 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Poitiers via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkerque to Poitiers via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 10h 20m.

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