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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.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Toulouse to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Poitiers will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Toulouse to Poitiers you need to make at least one change.
50488 · 54050
FlixBus · FlixBus
50488 · 54050
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 343 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Poitiers coaches for tomorrow, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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50488 · 54050 | 6:10 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 6h20 | 12:30 Poitiers, Railway Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 6h35 | 14:55 Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Poitiers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 343 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 343 km |
Average bus duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Poitiers buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Poitiers, Gare station pair, with some services arriving at Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière). Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Poitiers bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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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