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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Poitiers is to bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Poitiers is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €100 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Poitiers via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Poitiers via Tourcoing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Ghent to Poitiers?

The distance between Ghent and Poitiers is 658 km. The road distance is 624.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €100 - €210.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Poitiers bus from?

Ghent to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Poitiers train from?

Ghent to Poitiers train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Ghent to Poitiers is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €100 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 10h.

Where does the Ghent to Poitiers bus arrive?

Ghent to Poitiers bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Ghent to Poitiers train arrive?

Ghent to Poitiers train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Tourcoing station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Poitiers is 624 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Ghent to Poitiers.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ghent to Poitiers?

Book your Ghent to Poitiers bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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There are 6 ways to get from Ghent to Poitiers by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Tourcoingtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tourcoing to Poitierstrain 7669
5h 36m
€106–209
Bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus N802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Poitiersbus 723
10h
€51–83
Drive 624.5 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Poitierscar 624.5 km
6h 7m
€98–141
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BRU - CDG
3. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Poitierstrain
7h 45m
€193–443
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h
€51–95
Train to Lille-Lesquin Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain
2. Fly from Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LIL - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Poitierstrain
8h 38m
€87–385

Ghent to Poitiers by train

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Distance: 658.4 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Poitiers via Tourcoing in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Poitiers via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 10h.

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