Edinburgh to Poitiers train with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Tue 26 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Poitiers

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

£432

Average price

£434

Fastest journey

10 h 37 m

Average duration

13 h 18 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

1070 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Poitiers will cost around £434 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £432.

Fast trains

To travel from Edinburgh to Poitiers you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    8:0010h37
    Edinburgh
    18:37Poitiers
    £4321One-way
    3 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    10:0010h39
    Edinburgh
    20:39Poitiers
    £4321One-way
    3 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    15:0018h39
    Edinburgh
    9:39Poitiers
    £4371One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £432.

Distance: 1070 km

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Coach

£434

Average Price

£86

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Cheapest

13h 36m

Average total duration

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13h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

23h 54m

Average total duration

23h 24m

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Edinburgh to Poitiers train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Poitiers trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)15:00 Edinburgh
18h39
9:39 Poitiers3 changes
Tuesday 26 May
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)8:00 Edinburgh
10h37
18:37 Poitiers3 changes
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)10:00 Edinburgh
10h39
20:39 Poitiers3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Poitiers

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Trains from Edinburgh to Poitiers run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £432 but you can travel from only £66 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 15:43. The fastest train covers the 1070 km distance in 10h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £66
Distance
1070 km
Average train duration
13h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£432
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
10h 25m
First train
5:40
Last train
15:43
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £66

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Poitiers trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Poitiers from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 25m
Cheapest Price
£432
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh to Poitiers train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Poitiers 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 Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Poitiers can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £432, while the average price tends to be around £434.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Poitiers covers a distance of 1070 km and takes approximately 10h 25m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Poitiers is 1070 km.
The first train from Edinburgh to Poitiers leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Edinburgh to Poitiers departs at 15:43.
Trains from Edinburgh to Poitiers run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Poitiers.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Poitiers.
To get from Edinburgh to Poitiers, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Poitiers.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Poitiers is by coach, costing approximately £66.
Booking trains from Edinburgh to Poitiers in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Poitiers offers varied scenery, starting with the historic architecture and rolling hills of Scotland, transitioning through the picturesque landscapes of England, and concluding with the charming countryside and vineyards of France.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Poitiers is not feasible as the journey takes 10h 25m with a distance of 1070 km. The frequency of trains is 2 per day.
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Poitiers to explore its historic sites, including the Romanesque architecture, visit Futuroscope theme park, and enjoy the local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Poitiers.

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