How to get to Poitiers from Brussels

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Compare train and coach for Brussels to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £50.

Distance: 558 km

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£22

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£50

Average Price

£140

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 30m

Average total duration

9h 0m

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3h 45m

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3h 15m

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6h 35m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Brussels to Poitiers

Compare the available ways to get from Brussels to Poitiers, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Poitiers is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Poitiers:

A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Poitiers costing on average £50.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Poitiers including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £140 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £119. The journey takes 9h 0m versus 6h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Brussels to Poitiers

How to get to Poitiers from Brussels by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Brussels to Poitiers is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50320 · 50819 · 53905
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50320 · 50819 · 53905
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Eurostar9308+SNCF | TGV INOUI8445
    1 change

Other options

  • Eurostar9300+SNCF | TGV INOUI8333
    1 change
  • Eurostar9300+SNCF | TGV INOUI8445
    1 change
  • Eurostar9368+SNCF | TGV INOUI8347
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50320 · 52751 · 53905
    2 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50324 · 3161
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1430 · 53905
    1 change
  • KLMKL1704 · KL1407+SNCF | TGV INOUI5240
    2 changes
  • KLMKL1704+SNCF | TGV INOUI5240+Air FranceKL2013
    2 changes
  • KLMKL1700+SNCF | TGV INOUI5240+Air FranceKL2003
    2 changes

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Best day trips from Poitiers by train

The most popular day trips by train from Poitiers are Tours, La Rochelle, Niort, Bordeaux and Angoulême. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Poitiers on Omio.

A view of Tours

Day trip from Poitiers to Tours by train

Why visit Tours for the day?

Tours is a lively Loire Valley city known for its old quarter, Renaissance heritage and refined local food culture. With Saint-Gatien Cathedral, Place Plumereau and easy access to nearby châteaux, it feels both historic and youthful.

A view of La Rochelle

Day trip from Poitiers to La Rochelle by train

Why visit La Rochelle for the day?

La Rochelle is an Atlantic port city known for its old harbour, medieval towers and maritime atmosphere. Arcaded streets, seafood and a close relationship with the sea give it a relaxed, historic character.

A view of Niort

Day trip from Poitiers to Niort by train

Why visit Niort for the day?

Niort is best known for its twin-towered medieval Donjon and its place beside the Marais poitevin. The old centre, market halls and Sèvre Niortaise give the town a steady, practical character.

A view of Bordeaux

Day trip from Poitiers to Bordeaux by train

Why visit Bordeaux for the day?

Bordeaux is best known for its wine culture, elegant 18th-century streets and broad riverfront on the Garonne. It feels refined yet lived-in, with grand architecture, busy terraces and a strong food scene.

A view of Angoulême

Day trip from Poitiers to Angoulême by train

Why visit Angoulême for the day?

Angoulême is best known for comics and graphic arts, seen in its murals and major comics museum. Its hilltop old town, cathedral and Charente views give it a calm historic character.

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FAQs: Brussels to Poitiers

Travel to Poitiers easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Poitiers.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Brussels and Poitiers including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Poitiers is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Poitiers:

A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Poitiers costing on average £50.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Poitiers is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 30m.

The Brussels to Poitiers distance is approximately 558 km.
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Poitiers is:
  • Around 34 trains per day.
  • Around 13 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Poitiers as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Poitiers:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Poitiers.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Poitiers, Railway Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Poitiers, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Poitiers by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurostar, SNCF to go to Poitiers by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Poitiers:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Poitiers often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, London, Barcelona, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Poitiers and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Brussels to Poitiers, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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.

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