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Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans
Fine arts museum with strong French, Italian, and Dutch collections from the Renaissance to the 20th century. One of the city's cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
CHF24
Average price
CHF31
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Orléans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Orléans will cost around CHF31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF24.
Of the 4 buses that leave Amsterdam for Orléans on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 10 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Orléans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF24, and a flight costs an average of CHF88.
Distance: 336 miles (541 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
CHF34 Average price Cheapest | CHF160 Average price | CHF175 Average price |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Orléans:
A bus is CHF126 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Orléans costing on average CHF160.
A bus is CHF141 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Orléans costing on average CHF175.
Other travel options to Orléans take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 9h 31m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price CHF30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price CHF24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price CHF27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF59 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Orléans buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:55 AM Amsterdam | 12h10 | 8:05 PM Orléans | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Amsterdam | 10h20 | 8:05 PM Orléans | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Amsterdam | 12h10 | 7:55 AM Orléans | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Amsterdam | 10h45 | 7:45 AM Orléans | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Orléans run on average 22 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF24 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF24 |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Orléans — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Orléans trip today.
Fine arts museum with strong French, Italian, and Dutch collections from the Renaissance to the 20th century. One of the city's cultural highlights.
Contemporary art center in a former church, known for ambitious exhibitions and architecture. A strong choice for modern art followers.
History museum in a Renaissance mansion, covering Orléans from antiquity onward. Good for understanding the city beyond Joan of Arc.
Main central square lined with shops and historic façades, dominated by the Joan of Arc statue. A lively base for exploring old Orléans.
Broad promenade along the Loire offering river views, cycling, and sunset walks. A favorite for experiencing Orléans beyond monuments.
Elegant square beside the cathedral and museum, valued for architecture and calm atmosphere. A refined stop in the historic core.
A soft cow’s milk cheese from the Orléanais area, often ash-dusted with a small straw through the center. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A fragrant white wine from the Loire near Orléans, made mainly from Chardonnay. It is a classic regional pairing with river fish and local cheeses.
A local vinegar speciality rooted in Orléans’ historic vinegar trade. It is prized for refined acidity and used in classic regional cooking and dressings.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant in Saint-Jean-Le-Blanc, known for refined modern French cuisine and polished service in a calm setting.
Well-regarded central Orléans restaurant serving seasonal French cuisine with contemporary presentation in a stylish but relaxed dining room.
Classic brasserie near the station, appreciated for traditional French dishes, seafood options, and an Art Deco atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining cost less than Paris, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if you wish.
Official public transport app
Libération -> Gare d'Orléans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Orléans by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Orléans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Orléans buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération station pair, with some services arriving at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Orléans bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou is 3 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Boulangerie Pompidou (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou.
Available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Elevators, ramps.
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