There are 4 ways to get from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne by bus, train, night 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.
Recommended option
Bus, train
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Take the bus from Gare Routière Ter Quai A1 to Bressuire - Gare SNCF
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Take the train from Bressuire to Les Sables D'olonne
3 alternative options
Bus, night bus
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Take the bus from Poitiers to La Rochelle
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Take the night bus from La Rochelle to La Roche sur Yon
Train, bus
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Take the train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Ville
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Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncf
Drive
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Drive from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne
Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne by bus, walk and train
The journey time between Poitiers and Château-d'Olonne is around 5h 20m and covers a distance of around 220 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 23m. Operated by Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF and Sables d’Olonne Agglomération, the Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne service departs from Gare Routière Ter Quai A1 and arrives in Plissonneau. Typically two services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne is to bus and night bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 6h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 58m.
No, there is no direct bus from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne. However, there are services departing from Poitiers and arriving at Office du Tourisme via La Rochelle and Pem-Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.
The distance between Poitiers and Château-d'Olonne is 160 km. The road distance is 202.7 km.
The best way to get from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 20m and costs €18 - €40.
It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne, including transfers.
Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poitiers station.
Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Roche sur Yon station.
Yes, the driving distance between Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne is 203 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne.
There are 99+ hotels available in Château-d'Olonne. Prices start at €87 per night.
- Distance: 159.7 km
- Duration: 5h 20m
What companies run services between Poitiers, France and Château-d'Olonne, France?
There is no direct connection from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne. However, you can take the bus to Bressuire - Gare SNCF, take the walk to Bressuire, take the train to Les Sables D'olonne, take the walk to Gare SNCF-2, then take the bus to Plissonneau. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Poitiers to Château-d'Olonne via La Rochelle, La Rochelle, La Roche sur Yon, and Pem-Sncf in around 6h 45m.
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Bressuire to Les Sables D'olonne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €35
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €16 - €23
- Rail 1st Class
- €24 - €35
Train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €18 - €40
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €18 - €27
- Rail 1st Class
- €27 - €40
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Poitiers to La Rochelle Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €45
- 1st Class
- €30 - €40
- Mobilite79@deux-sevres.fr
- Website
- transports.nouvelle-aquitaine.fr
Bus from Gare Routière Ter Quai A1 to Bressuire - Gare SNCF
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €2
- Website
- Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Poitiers to La Rochelle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €9 - €12
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Night bus from La Rochelle to La Roche sur Yon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Poitiers to La Rochelle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- 02 51 44 76 10
- Website
- sovetours.com
Bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- Aléop en Vendée (Sovetours)
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