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- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£61
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
11 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
12 h
Buses on 17 Sept
7
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Poitiers will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 buses from Madrid to Poitiers, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 759 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 12h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £172.
Distance: 759 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price | £138 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 35m Average total duration Fastest 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 20m Average total duration 16h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Poitiers:
A coach is £124 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Poitiers costing on average £172.
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 50m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £90. The journey takes 12h 5m versus 9h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Poitiers coaches for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3160 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h50 | 10:20 Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h50 | 10:20 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h20 | 10:20 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h20 | 14:55 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h56 | 14:55 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h15 | 4:10 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h45 | 4:40 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Poitiers run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 759 km distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 759 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Discover the best of Poitiers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poitiers trip today.
Main city museum for archaeology, fine arts and local history, with collections from prehistory to modern works in a former convent.
Museum in the Saint-Jean Baptistery presenting early Christian archaeology, funerary art and the long religious history of Poitiers.
Compact museum devoted to the writer and thinker François Rabelais, set in a historic townhouse and focused on Renaissance culture.
Promenade and green space above the river valley, offering open views and a pleasant break from the dense medieval streets.
Lively historic square lined with cafés and notable facades, ideal for people-watching and as a starting point for exploring old Poitiers.
Atmospheric old quarter around narrow lanes and timber-framed houses, well suited to wandering between churches, shops and small squares.
A dense almond and butter cake from Poitiers, traditionally marked with fork lines. It is the city’s best-known sweet speciality.
Goat’s cheese made in the Poitou area, often sold fresh or matured. It reflects the region’s long-standing caprine farming tradition.
A rustic potato omelette from Poitou, cooked thick and often shared. It is a classic regional home-style dish.
Elegant dining room offering modern French cuisine and carefully presented tasting menus, suited to a special meal.
Well-known crêperie in the old town serving galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed historic setting.
Stylish restaurant near the centre serving refined French dishes with seasonal produce in a calm, contemporary setting.
Moderate for France: rooms, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Paris or Bordeaux, but not as low as the smallest provincial towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in cafés and taxis, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Poitiers by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Poitiers buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) station pair, with some services arriving at Poitiers, Gare. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Poitiers bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière). ATMs are available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
Ticket office support is available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
Available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière): Basic accessibility features available.
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