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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Poitiers is to bus which costs €35 - €110 and takes 12h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Poitiers is to fly and train which takes 6h 58m and costs €110 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid station to Poitiers station. However, there are services departing from Madrid - South Station and arriving at Poitiers - Bus Station via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Poitiers via Irun, Hendaye and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Madrid to Poitiers?

The distance between Madrid and Poitiers is 1047 km. The road distance is 912.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs €75 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 12h 45m to get from Madrid to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Poitiers bus from?

Madrid to Poitiers bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Madrid - South Station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Poitiers train from?

Madrid to Poitiers train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Madrid to Poitiers is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €110 and takes 12h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €310 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Madrid to Poitiers bus arrive?

Madrid to Poitiers bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the Madrid to Poitiers train arrive?

Madrid to Poitiers train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Irun station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Poitiers is 912 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Madrid to Poitiers.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 783+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Madrid to Poitiers - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Madrid to Poitiers by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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 Madrid Chamartín to Iruntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Poitierstrain Tgv
12h 45m
€79–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid - South Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 55m
€38–109
Drive 912.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Poitierscar 912.2 km
9h 2m
€142–205
Fly to Poitiers–Biard Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Poitiers–Biard Airport (PIS)plane MAD - PIS
9h 35m
€83–303
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1149
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Poitiersbus 1733 / ...
14h 35m
€50–78
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MAD - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Poitierstrain
7h 28m
€66–245
Fly to Paris Orly Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane MAD - ORY
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Poitierstrain
6h 58m
€117–349

Madrid to Poitiers by train and foot

20Weekly Services

12h 45mAverage Duration

€79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,046.7 km
Duration: 12h 45m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Poitiers via Irun, Irun, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid - South Station to Poitiers - Bus Station via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop in around 12h 55m.

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