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

The cheapest way to get from Saintes to Poitiers is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saintes to Poitiers is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Saintes and Poitiers?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saintes and arriving at Poitiers - Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Saintes and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Saintes to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Saintes and arriving at Poitiers via Angouleme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Saintes to Poitiers?

The distance between Saintes and Poitiers is 190 km. The road distance is 141.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Saintes to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Saintes to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saintes to Poitiers bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Saintes to Poitiers train from?

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

Train or bus from Saintes to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Saintes to Poitiers is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €22 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Saintes to Poitiers bus arrive?

Saintes to Poitiers bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Poitiers - Bus Station.

Where does the Saintes to Poitiers train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saintes to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Saintes to Poitiers is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Saintes to Poitiers.

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

Book your Saintes to Poitiers train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 930+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Can I share a ride from Saintes to Poitiers?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Saintes and Poitiers. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saintes to Angoulemetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Angouleme to Poitierstrain Tgv
2h 3m
€31–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saintes to Poitiersrideshare 142.2 km
2h 7m
€9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saintes to Poitiers - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 15m
€11–22
Drive 141.1 km
1. Drive from Saintes to Poitierscar 141.1 km
1h 21m
€22–32

Saintes to Poitiers by train

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Distance: 189.8 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Poitiers, France?

You can take a train from Saintes to Poitiers via Angouleme in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Saintes to Poitiers - Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–22 and the journey takes 2h 15m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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