The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Poitiers
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Poitiers will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 9 trains that leave Bordeaux for Poitiers on Sun, Dec 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Bordeaux to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 206 km
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€38 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Poitiers train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Poitiers trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5440 | On time 7:50 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h26 | 9:16 AM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
8486 | On time 9:02 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h07 | 11:09 AM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
5284 | On time 11:50 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h26 | 1:16 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
8512+ L12 (863240) | On time 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h14 | 5:00 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
8488 | On time 3:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h54 | 5:14 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
8450 | On time 5:26 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h29 | 6:55 PM Poitiers | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Poitiers
Trains from Bordeaux to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, TGV, SNCF from Bordeaux to Poitiers trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER, TGV, SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Poitiers from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Poitiers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Poitiers by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Poitiers, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Poitiers
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistro de l'Hotel
- La Serrurerie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Poitiers Centre
- Mercure Poitiers Centre
- Hotel de l'Europe
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
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