The average train between Bologna and Poitiers takes 22h 25m and the fastest train takes 20h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Poitiers. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bologna and Poitiers. The earliest departure is at 2:36 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bologna is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Poitiers at 9:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Torino Porta Susa and take an average of 22h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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24h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bologna to Poitiers? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Poitiers station via Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 25m.
Bologna to Poitiers train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.
Bologna to Poitiers train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Poitiers station.
Book your Bologna to Poitiers train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bologna and Poitiers is 886.5 km. The road distance is 1,223 km.
You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Poitiers via Torino Porta Susa, Lyon Part Dieu, and St Pierre Des Corps in around 14h 50m.