How far is Cologne from Poitiers?

Cologne and Poitiers are 425 miles (686 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Poitiers?

Most of the buses traveling from Cologne to Poitiers leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Gare routière de Poitiers. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Poitiers?

Once in Poitiers, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Sainte-Croix Museum, Futuroscope, Notre-Dame la Grande, Jardin des Plantes and Poitiers Cathedral.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 23 at 11:00pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
Arrival time: July 24 at 1:35pm
Destination city: Poitiers
Destination location: Poitiers
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 35m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $193	Average Duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest
Train	Average Price$71 - $71	Average Duration21h 51m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Cologne to Poitiers

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Poitiers. The journey takes about 21 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21h 51mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest ticket

16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Poitiers: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$116

Average bus trip duration14h 35m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure11:00pm

Distance428 miles (689 km)

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BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,548 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/59,666 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Infobus, MarinoBus, Ecolines, RegioJet

Cologne to Poitiers Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Cologne to Poitiers, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Poitiers?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Poitiers

A - Gare routière de Poitiers

B - Futuroscope (Hôtel Campanile) - Arrêt de bus

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Poitiers

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Poitiers was searched and found on Jul 22, 2025 with a price of $74

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Poitiers, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $74 to $126 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Poitiers based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-07-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Cologne to Poitiers.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Poitiers, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Poitiers that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Poitiers, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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How far is Cologne from Poitiers?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Poitiers?

What are the best sights and things to do in Poitiers?

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About Bus Travel

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