What is the cheapest way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges?

The cheapest way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges?

The fastest way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Loire Valley and Limoges?

No, there is no direct bus from Loire Valley to Limoges. However, there are services departing from Centre 2 - Montsoreau and arriving at Limoges Benedictins via Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR, LOUDUN Aire d'échange du Bellay and Poitiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Loire Valley to Limoges?

The distance between Loire Valley and Limoges is 386 km. The road distance is 200.2 km.

How do I travel from Loire Valley to Limoges without a car?

The best way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €75 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Loire Valley to Limoges?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Loire Valley to Limoges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loire Valley to Limoges bus from?

Loire Valley to Limoges bus services, operated by Ogalo, depart from Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR station.

Train or bus from Loire Valley to Limoges?

The best way to get from Loire Valley to Limoges is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €75 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Loire Valley to Limoges bus arrive?

Loire Valley to Limoges bus services, operated by Ogalo, arrive at Gare Routiere 1 - Loudun station.

Can I drive from Loire Valley to Limoges?

Yes, the driving distance between Loire Valley to Limoges is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Loire Valley to Limoges.

Where can I stay near Limoges?

There are 642+ hotels available in Limoges.

Loire Valley to Limoges - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Loire Valley to Limoges by 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
best
1. Take the train from Saumur to Vierzon VilleIntercités / ...
2. Take the train from Vierzon Ville to Limoges BenedictinsIntercités / ...
4h 37m
€78–139
Drive 200.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Loire Valley to Limoges200.2 km
2h 55m
€31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR to Gare Routiere 1 - LoudunL2
2. Take the bus from LOUDUN Aire d'échange du Bellay to POITIERS Pôle Multimodal/SNCF/CV110
3. Take the train from Poitiers to Limoges BenedictinsTer
8h 11m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR to Gare Routiere 1 - LoudunL2
2. Take the bus from LOUDUN Aire d'échange du Bellay to POITIERS Pôle Multimodal/SNCF/CV110
3. Take the bus from Poitiers to Limoges Benedictins
9h 15m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 386.3 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Loire Valley, France and Limoges, France?

You can take a vehicle from Loire Valley to Limoges Benedictins via Saumur and Vierzon Ville in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Loire Valley to Limoges Benedictins via Centre 2 - Montsoreau, Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR, LOUDUN Aire d'échange du Bellay, POITIERS Pôle Multimodal/SNCF/CV, and Poitiers in around 9h 15m.

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