What is the cheapest way to get from Saintes to Albi?

The cheapest way to get from Saintes to Albi is to bus and train which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Saintes to Albi?

The fastest way to get from Saintes to Albi is to drive which takes 4h and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Saintes and Albi?

No, there is no direct bus from Saintes to Albi. However, there are services departing from Saintes and arriving at Albi Ville via Bordeaux and Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Saintes and Albi?

No, there is no direct train from Saintes to Albi. However, there are services departing from Saintes and arriving at Albi Ville via Bordeaux St Jean and Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Saintes to Albi?

The distance between Saintes and Albi is 452 km. The road distance is 391.1 km.

How do I travel from Saintes to Albi without a car?

The best way to get from Saintes to Albi without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs €70 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Saintes to Albi?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Saintes to Albi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saintes to Albi bus from?

Saintes to Albi bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saintes station.

Where do I catch the Saintes to Albi train from?

Saintes to Albi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saintes station.

Train or bus from Saintes to Albi?

The best way to get from Saintes to Albi is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Saintes to Albi bus arrive?

Saintes to Albi bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the Saintes to Albi train arrive?

Saintes to Albi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.

Can I drive from Saintes to Albi?

Yes, the driving distance between Saintes to Albi is 391 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Saintes to Albi.

How do I get a train ticket from Saintes to Albi?

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Where can I stay near Albi?

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Saintes to Albi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Saintes to Albi by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 Saintes to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Toulouse Matabiautrain
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Albi Villetrain Ter
6h 46m
€72–159
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saintes to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Albi Villetrain Ter
7h
€39–78
Drive 391.1 km
1. Drive from Saintes to Albicar 391.1 km
4h
€61–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saintes to Bordeauxbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Toulousebus 731 / ...
3. Take the bus from Toulouse Matabiau to Albi Villebus
8h 10m
€39–63

Saintes to Albi by train

76Weekly Trains

6h 46mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 451.8 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Albi, France?

You can take a train from Saintes to Albi Ville via Bordeaux St Jean and Toulouse Matabiau in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saintes to Albi Ville via Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Toulouse Matabiau in around 8h 10m.

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