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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Poitiers
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
160 km
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 £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nantes for Poitiers every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 160 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m 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, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:10 Nantes, Route de Paris | 6h40 | 14:50 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
| 88082 · 3161 | 09:30 Nantes, Route de Paris | 11h15 | 20:45 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Nantes, Route de Paris | 8h50 | 00:45 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
| 50928 · 95919 | 22:55 Nantes, Route de Paris | 12h15 | 11:10 Poitiers, Railway Station | 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 £14 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 4h 45m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 from Nantes to PoitiersYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Poitiers with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Poitiers
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
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