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

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers is to drive which costs €65 - €95 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg-Gare and arriving at Viaduc Léon Blum via Rennes - Bus Station and Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cherbourg and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Poitiers via Caen and St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Cherbourg to Poitiers?

The distance between Cherbourg and Poitiers is 497 km. The road distance is 425 km.

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

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €80 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Poitiers bus from?

Cherbourg to Poitiers bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, depart from Cherbourg-Gare station.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Poitiers train from?

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

Train or bus from Cherbourg to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €80 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Cherbourg to Poitiers bus arrive?

Cherbourg to Poitiers bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, arrive at Rennes-Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Cherbourg to Poitiers train arrive?

Cherbourg to Poitiers train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Caen station.

Can I drive from Cherbourg to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg to Poitiers is 425 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Cherbourg to Poitiers.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Cherbourg to Poitiers by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Caentrain Ter
2. Take the train from Caen to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Poitierstrain Tgv
6h 8m
€85–168
Drive 425 km
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1. Drive from Cherbourg to Poitierscar 425 km
5h 51m
€66–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare Routierebus
2. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hubbus
3. Take the bus from Gare routière to Viaduc Léon Blumbus L7
9h 25m

Cherbourg to Poitiers by train

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Distance: 496.7 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Cherbourg, Normandy, France and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Poitiers via Caen and St Pierre Des Corps in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Viaduc Léon Blum via Rennes - Bus Station, Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub, and Gare routière in around 9h 25m.

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