The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rennes to Poitiers
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rennes to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Poitiers will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rennes for Poitiers every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rennes to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 228 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Rennes to Poitiers bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Poitiers coaches for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:20 Rennes, Gare Routière | 8h30 | 14:50 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
51752 · 50905 | 11:00 Rennes, Gare Routière | 7h35 | 18:35 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:45 Rennes, Gare Routière | 10h50 | 03:35 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 11 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:40 Rennes, Gare Routière | 11h25 | 12:05 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rennes to Poitiers
Buses from Rennes to Poitiers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rennes to PoitiersYou can travel by bus between Rennes to Poitiers with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rennes to Poitiers coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes and Poitiers
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
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