The average train between Madrid and Poitiers takes 16h 31m and the fastest train takes 11h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid 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 3 times a day between Madrid and Poitiers. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 5:48 PM which arrives into Poitiers at 12:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Irun and take an average of 16h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Madrid 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 Madrid to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Poitiers station via Irun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 31m.
Madrid to Poitiers train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Poitiers train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Poitiers station.
Book your Madrid to Poitiers train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros, Euskotren and 2 other operators.
The distance between Madrid and Poitiers is 759.1 km. The road distance is 1,047 km.
You can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Poitiers via Irun, Irun, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 12h 1m.