How to get to Poitiers from Saintes

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Compare coach and train for Saintes to Poitiers

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 119 km

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£36

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£34

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2h 31m

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2h 28m

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1h 26m

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Compare ways to travel from Saintes to Poitiers

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

The cheapest way to travel from Saintes to Poitiers is a coach with an average price of £15.

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

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saintes to Poitiers costing on average £36.

The fastest way to travel from Saintes to Poitiers is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saintes and Poitiers including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£1. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Saintes to Poitiers

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

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

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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.

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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: Saintes 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 Saintes to Poitiers.

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There are 2 options to travel between Saintes and Poitiers including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Saintes to Poitiers is a coach with an average price of £15.

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

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saintes to Poitiers costing on average £36.

The fastest way to travel from Saintes to Poitiers is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 31m.

The Saintes to Poitiers distance is approximately 119 km.
The average frequency per day from Saintes to Poitiers is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saintes to Poitiers:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saintes station and arrive in Poitiers.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir and arrive in Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saintes to Poitiers, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités to go to Poitiers by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Poitiers by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Saintes to Poitiers:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Saintes 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 Saintes to Poitiers, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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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