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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Poitiers is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Poitiers is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €110 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Lens and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Lens to Poitiers station. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Poitiers - Bus Station via Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Lens to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Poitiers via Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Lens to Poitiers?

The distance between Lens and Poitiers is 561 km. The road distance is 534.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €110 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Lens to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lens to Poitiers bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lens to Poitiers train from?

Lens to Poitiers train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Arras station.

Train or bus from Lens to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Lens to Poitiers is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €110 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Lens to Poitiers bus arrive?

Lens to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

Where does the Lens to Poitiers train arrive?

Lens to Poitiers train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Poitiers station.

Can I drive from Lens to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Poitiers is 534 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Lens to Poitiers.

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

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

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Lens to Poitiers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lens to Poitiers by train (TGV), bus, 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.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Arras to Poitierstrain Tgv
4h 56m
€113–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lens to Parisbus 781
2. Take the bus from Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 50m
€40–73
Drive 534.3 km
1. Drive from Lens to Poitierscar 534.3 km
5h 11m
€83–120
Train via Tours
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain 003B
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Poitierstrain Tgv
6h 44m
€102–228

Lens to Poitiers by train (TGV)

9Weekly Trains

4h 56mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 560.7 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Lens, Hauts-de-France, France and Poitiers, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Arras to Poitiers once daily. Tickets cost €110–180 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lens to Poitiers - Bus Station via Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station in around 8h 50m.

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