- 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 15 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
5 h 25 m
Buses on 15 Oct
5
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Poitiers will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 5 buses from Paris to Poitiers, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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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95919
53905
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4861 · 53905
53905
95919
FlixBus
FlixBus
4861 · 53905Buses from Paris to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Poitiers coaches for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h45 | 21:45 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
95919 | 7:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h50 | 12:10 Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h20 | 16:50 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
4861 · 53905 | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h10 | 19:40 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
53905 | 15:00 Paris, Porte Maillot | 4h40 | 19:40 Poitiers, Railway Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Paris 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 Paris to Poitiers buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) station pair, with some services arriving at Poitiers, Gare. Use this guide to compare Paris and Poitiers bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
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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