- Must visit
Musée Sainte-Croix
Main city museum for archaeology, fine arts and local history, with collections from prehistory to modern works in a former convent.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
7 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
9 h 43 m
Buses on 17 Sept
2
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Nantes to Poitiers you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
88082 · 3161
FlixBus · FlixBus
88082 · 3161Omio 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 an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 160 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Poitiers:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Poitiers costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 17m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 5h 17m versus 2h 13m 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, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79.
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 Nantes to Poitiers coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
88082 · 3161 | 10:15 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 11h30 | 21:45 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Nantes to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 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.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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Gare de Poitiers -> Centre-ville de Poitiers
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.

Most Nantes to Poitiers buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes 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.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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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