The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Poitiers
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Poitiers will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nice for Poitiers every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 631 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 50 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 Nice to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 631 km
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£120 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 11m Average total duration Fastest 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 4m Average total duration 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nice to Poitiers train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Poitiers trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:39 Nice | 10h10 | 14:49 Poitiers | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Nice | 15h50 | 09:50 Poitiers | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Poitiers
Trains from Nice to Poitiers run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 631 km distance in 8h 44m.
Distance 631 km |
Average train duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 44m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Nice to Poitiers trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Nice and Poitiers from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nice to Poitiers train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Poitiers
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistro de l'Hotel
- La Serrurerie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Poitiers Centre
- Mercure Poitiers Centre
- Hotel de l'Europe
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
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