- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Limoges
Major fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, with enamels, paintings and regional collections in a historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Angoulême to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Angoulême to Limoges will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 2 trains from Angoulême to Limoges, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 49 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.

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||
Trains from Angoulême to Limoges run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Angoulême to Limoges.
The table below shows live departures for Angoulême to Limoges trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8483+ L31 (865310) · L31 (868210) | On time 9:02 Gare d'Angoulême | 4h51 | 13:53 Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 changes | |
5202+ L31 (865562) | On time 11:22 Gare d'Angoulême | 3h45 | 15:07 Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 change | |
L13 (865025) · L31 (865316) · L31 (868218) | 12:36 Gare d'Angoulême | 5h17 | 17:53 Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 changes | |
5444+ 4406 · 3655 | 13:38 Gare d'Angoulême | 6h18 | 19:56 Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 changes | |
12263+ D31 (865574) | 17:37 Gare d'Angoulême | 3h10 | 20:47 Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 change |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Limoges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Limoges trip today.
Major fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, with enamels, paintings and regional collections in a historic setting.
Museum dedicated to Limoges porcelain, tracing local craftsmanship through historic pieces, techniques and changing styles.
Compact museum of the Resistance and deportation, presenting local wartime history through documents, objects and testimonies.
Historic district of narrow lanes, timber-framed houses and artisan character, ideal for wandering through old Limoges on foot.
Large urban park with lawns, flowerbeds and shaded paths, well suited to a relaxed walk near the cathedral quarter.
Central square with cafés, arcades and frequent activity, useful as a lively meeting point while exploring the city centre.
A rustic Limousin potato pie with cream and often lard or bacon, baked until golden. It is a regional comfort dish long linked to farm cooking.
Large chestnuts slowly candied in sugar syrup. Limousin chestnuts are a traditional local product, especially valued in autumn and festive confectionery.
Clafoutis made with Limousin cherries baked in a simple batter. It is one of the region’s best-known desserts and a classic summer speciality.
Established restaurant known for refined French cuisine with regional produce, offering a smart atmosphere suited to a leisurely dinner.
Popular crêperie in Limoges serving savoury galettes and sweet crêpes in a casual, dependable setting near the historic centre.
Traditional Limousin brasserie serving regional meat dishes and classic French cooking in a polished but relaxed city-centre setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Limoges-Bénédictins -> Place Jourdan, Limoges
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Limoges.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Angoulême to Limoges by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Limoges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Angoulême to Limoges trains use the Angoulême to Limoges-Benedictins station pair. Use this guide to compare Angoulême and Limoges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Angoulême is 1 km from Angoulême city centre. Public transport options include:
Angoulême has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Terminus, La Cantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Angoulême. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Angoulême. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Angoulême: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Angoulême: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angoulême: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Angoulême Hôtel de France, Hôtel Saint Gelais, Hôtel Le Palma.
Limoges-Benedictins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Buffet de Limoges
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located near the bus terminal access in the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 20:45, Sat: 08:00 - 20:45, Sun: 09:00 - 20:45. Information desks are located in the main concourse in the Services Area.
Available at Limoges-Benedictins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Limoges-Benedictins: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limoges-Benedictins: The station is fully accessible, and assistance is available for persons with disabilities.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Les Benedictins, Brit Hotel Limoges Centre Gare, Kyriad Limoges Centre Gare-Atrium.
Check train stations information for Angoulême and Limoges, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need