The cheapest and fastest trains from Poitiers to Arcachon
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poitiers to Arcachon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poitiers to Arcachon will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Poitiers for Arcachon 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 245 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 train for Poitiers to Arcachon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poitiers to Arcachon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Poitiers to Arcachon train times
The table below shows live departures for Poitiers to Arcachon trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:43 Poitiers | 2h42 | 21:25 Arcachon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poitiers to Arcachon
Trains from Poitiers to Arcachon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 20:43 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Poitiers to Arcachon trainsTGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Poitiers and Arcachon from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poitiers to Arcachon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poitiers to Arcachon 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 Arcachon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poitiers and Arcachon
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Avenue Gambetta.
- Chez Pierre
- Restaurant Café de la Plage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le B d'Arcachon
- Hôtel Point France
- Grand Hôtel Richelieu
- Located in the main hall
- 160 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
- Train: TER Nouvelle-Aquitaine services
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