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 €35 - €65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Poitiers is to train via Paris which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Lens and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Lens to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Poitiers via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

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 Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Lens to Poitiers?

The distance between Lens and Poitiers is 526 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 via Paris which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 Lens station.

Train or bus from Lens to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Lens to Poitiers is to train via Paris which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 9h.

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 Paris Nord 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?

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

Where can I stay near Poitiers?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lens to Poitiers by train (TGV), train, 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Lens to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Poitierstrain Tgv
4h 16m
€68–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lens to Parisbus 781
2. Take the bus from Paris to Poitiersbus 1733
9h
€35–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arras to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from Paris - Massy-Palaiseau Vilmorin Bus to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 20m
€43–173
Drive 534.3 km
1. Drive from Lens to Poitierscar 534.3 km
5h 11m
€83–119
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Arras to Poitierstrain Tgv
4h 56m
€58–117

Lens to Poitiers by train, subway, and foot

27Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 525.7 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Lens to Poitiers via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lens to Poitiers via Paris in around 9h.

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