What is the cheapest way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

The cheapest way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €45 - €90 and takes 8h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

The fastest way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Carcassonne and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Carcassonne to Poitiers station. However, there are services departing from Carcassonne and arriving at Poitiers - Bus Station via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station and Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Carcassonne and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Carcassonne to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Carcassonne and arriving at Poitiers via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

The distance between Carcassonne and Poitiers is 594 km. The road distance is 497.5 km.

How do I travel from Carcassonne to Poitiers without a car?

The best way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €95 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carcassonne to Poitiers bus from?

Carcassonne to Poitiers bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Carcassonne station.

Where do I catch the Carcassonne to Poitiers train from?

Carcassonne to Poitiers train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Carcassonne station.

Train or bus from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €95 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus via Bordeaux, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Carcassonne to Poitiers bus arrive?

Carcassonne to Poitiers bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station.

Where does the Carcassonne to Poitiers train arrive?

Carcassonne to Poitiers train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Carcassonne to Poitiers is 498 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Carcassonne to Poitiers.

How do I get a train ticket from Carcassonne to Poitiers?

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Carcassonne to Poitiers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carcassonne to Poitiers by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carcassonne to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Poitierstrain Tgv
5h 36m
€99–199
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carcassonne to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus
8h 47m
€49–90
Drive 497.5 km
1. Drive from Carcassonne to Poitierscar 497.5 km
5h 22m
€78–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carcassonne to Limogesbus FlixBus N1705 / ...
2. Take the bus from Limoges Benedictins to Poitiersbus Autocar
8h 58m
€57–89

Carcassonne to Poitiers by train

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Distance: 593.6 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Carcassonne, France and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Carcassonne to Poitiers via Bordeaux St Jean in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carcassonne to Poitiers - Bus Station via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station and Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop in around 8h 47m.

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