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Taking the train from Poitiers to Paris
Leave the car at home and travel by comfortable TGV high-speed train from Poitiers to Paris to discover the best of the French capital city. You won't need to worry about finding a parking spot, navigating unfamiliar roads or battling through heavy commuter traffic. Instead, you'll be sitting back, enjoying the views and the onboard internet access, and relaxing in a spacious seat - that's the best way to travel!
Getting off at Paris Montparnasse station after just one hour and a half, you'll be within walking distance of some of the best city attractions. Discover the Montparnasse Tower with its panoramic views, take a visit to the catacombs or explore the oldest working observatory in the world. Paris is easy to navigate on foot, with world-famous sites within easy walking distance of each other.
Are you ready to book your train ticket from Poitiers to Paris? Then read on to learn more about the different ticket types and prices that suit your needs as well as FAQs to help you plan your trip.
Poitiers to Paris by train
It takes an average of 1h 49m to travel from Poitiers to Paris by train, over a distance of around 183 miles (294 km). There are normally 16 trains per day traveling from Poitiers to Paris and tickets for this journey start from $19.71 when you book in advance.
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OUIGO trains from Poitiers to Paris
OUIGO is the low-cost, high-speed train service operated by the French national train company SNCF. Despite having only one class on board, OUIGO trains offer the same comfort as Second Class seats on TGV trains, although OUIGO tickets are only available to purchase online. To make your journey as smooth as possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and bear in mind that there's an additional fee for bringing a suitcase with you, having a seat with power sockets and travelling with a stroller/buggy.
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What OUIGO classes are there from Poitiers to Paris?
Compare the different travel classes offered by OUIGO when traveling from Poitiers to Paris.
Standard Class
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a power outlet, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Dining car (1)
- In-seat meal service (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power outlets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
What are the onboard services on OUIGO?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Poitiers to Paris.
What baggage limits are there? | One piece of hand baggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin baggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus. |
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What food and drink is available? | On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.) |
What special assistance is available? | For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart). |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Poitiers to Paris?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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