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Musée Sainte-Croix
Main city museum for archaeology, fine arts and local history, with collections from prehistory to modern works in a former convent.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Poitiers
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
160 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Poitiers will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Fast coaches
To travel from Nantes to Poitiers you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:259h20Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes1:45Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£271One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus4:307h55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes12:25Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£281One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:108h40Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes16:50Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£281One-way1 change
53023 · 316023:5910h21Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes10:20Poitiers, Railway Station£371One-way1 change- 50928 · 9591923:5512h15Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes12:10Poitiers, Railway Station£481One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:307h55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes12:25Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£281One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:108h40Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes16:50Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£281One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:259h20Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes1:45Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)£271One-way1 change
- 50025 · 509629:459h30Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes19:15Poitiers, Railway Station£561One-way1 change
- 53023 · 316023:5910h21Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes10:20Poitiers, Railway Station£371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 160 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Poitiers bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Poitiers coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50928 · 95919 | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 12h15 | 12:10 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
| 53023 · 3160 | 23:59 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 10h21 | 10:20 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h55 | 12:25 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
| 4031 · 54049 | 5:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 11h05 | 16:35 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 8h40 | 16:50 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
| 50025 · 50962 | 9:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 9h30 | 19:15 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
| 88082 · 3161 | 10:15 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 11h30 | 21:45 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 9h20 | 1:45 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Poitiers
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Buses from Nantes to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 7h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 from Nantes to PoitiersYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Poitiers with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 20m
Cheapest Price
£15
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 15m
Cheapest Price
£25
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Aléop Lignes Express régionales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Aléop Lignes Express régionales frequency
2 a day
Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
£3
Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Poitiers
Things to do in Poitiers
Discover the best of Poitiers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poitiers trip today.
- Recommended
Musée du Baptistère Saint-Jean
Museum in the Saint-Jean Baptistery presenting early Christian archaeology, funerary art and the long religious history of Poitiers.
Musée François-Rabelais
Compact museum devoted to the writer and thinker François Rabelais, set in a historic townhouse and focused on Renaissance culture.
- Must visit
Parc de Blossac
Promenade and green space above the river valley, offering open views and a pleasant break from the dense medieval streets.
- Recommended
Place du Maréchal-Leclerc
Lively historic square lined with cafés and notable facades, ideal for people-watching and as a starting point for exploring old Poitiers.
- Recommended
Quartier historique de Poitiers
Atmospheric old quarter around narrow lanes and timber-framed houses, well suited to wandering between churches, shops and small squares.
- Vegetarian
Broyé du Poitou
A dense almond and butter cake from Poitiers, traditionally marked with fork lines. It is the city’s best-known sweet speciality.
- Gluten-free
Chabichou du Poitou
Goat’s cheese made in the Poitou area, often sold fresh or matured. It reflects the region’s long-standing caprine farming tradition.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Farci poitevin omelette
A rustic potato omelette from Poitou, cooked thick and often shared. It is a classic regional home-style dish.
Toq
Elegant dining room offering modern French cuisine and carefully presented tasting menus, suited to a special meal.
Crêperie du Marché
Well-known crêperie in the old town serving galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed historic setting.
Les Archives
Stylish restaurant near the centre serving refined French dishes with seasonal produce in a calm, contemporary setting.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €55+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
Vitalis
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.80
- Day pass
- €5.10
To the city centre
Gare de Poitiers -> Centre-ville de Poitiers
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buy the standard 1-journey ticket before boarding where possible; the on-board fare is higher at €2.00.
- The official Vitalis app shows timetables and sells tickets. Validate your ticket each time you board, including after changing buses.
FAQs: Nantes to Poitiers coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Nantes to Poitiers can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nantes to Poitiers is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Nantes to Poitiers is 7h 20m to travel the 160 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Nantes to Poitiers leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nantes to Poitiers leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Nantes to Poitiers with BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Nantes to Poitiers, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 for the best way to get you to Poitiers. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nantes and Poitiers and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Poitiers from Nantes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Nantes to Poitiers is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nantes and Poitiers including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nantes to Poitiers for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nantes to Poitiers:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nantes to Poitiers depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Nantes to Poitiers.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Poitiers:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Poitiers:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Nantes to Poitiers. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nantes to Poitiers with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nantes to Poitiers with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nantes to Poitiers with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Poitiers
Most Nantes to Poitiers buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Poitiers, Gare station pair, with some services arriving at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière). Use this guide to compare Nantes and Poitiers bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Nantes
Arrival bus stations in Poitiers
Which Nantes station do buses to Poitiers leave from?
Buses from Nantes to Poitiers leave from Nantes, Route de Paris. The station is 4 km from Nantes city centre at Route de Paris, Nantes, France.
Nantes, Route de ParisRoute de Paris, Nantes, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Nantes, Route de Paris from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus77, 85 · 13m · £3 · every ~6 min
360 · 18m · £3
87 · 24m · £2 · every ~4 min
C1 · 42m · £3 · every ~11 min
Tram1 · 44m · £4 · every ~27 min
Nantes, Route de Paris bus station facilities and services
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud
City-centre transport
Getting to Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud from Nantes city centre
BusC2, C3, C8 · 4m · £2 · every ~31 min
Tram1 · 8m · £2 · every ~27 min
Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière)
City-centre transport
Getting to Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) from Poitiers city centre
Bus16, 1, 11 · 4m · every ~12 min
Poitiers, Gare
City-centre transport
Getting to Poitiers, Gare from Poitiers city centre
Bus17, D, 3, C · 3m · every ~8 min
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