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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, decorative arts, and its historic setting beside the cathedral.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
15 h 5 m
Average duration
17 h 38 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
677 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tours will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Tours without transferring at least once.
3158 · 50819
50024 · 3164
3134 · 51061
3156 · 95919
FlixBus · FlixBus
50024 · 3164
3158 · 50819
FlixBus · FlixBus
83134 · 3173
3156 · 95919Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $158.
Distance: 420 miles (677 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $291 Average price | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 13m Average total duration 13h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Tours:
A bus is $243 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Tours costing on average $291 (€238).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 43m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $163 (€133) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $115 (€94). The journey takes 13h 43m versus 9h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tours buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50024 · 4761 | 2:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h59 | 7:44 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 16h50 | 12:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h15 | 12:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 18h20 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h45 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
3158 · 50819 | 9:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h45 | 3:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h40 | 5:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 19h10 | 6:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h40 | 6:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
3128 · 3172 | 11:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h50 | 2:35 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
83134 · 3173 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h30 | 7:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 24h20 | 2:50 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h50 | 2:50 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 20h25 | 11:00 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Tours run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 420 miles (677 km) distance in 14h 50m.
Distance 420 miles (677 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 14h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
Fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, decorative arts, and its historic setting beside the cathedral.
Major contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions in a striking modern building near the Loire.
Specialized museum celebrating French craft guild traditions, tools, and artisan skills in a former abbey.
The city’s most famous square, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces, central to old Tours’ atmosphere.
Historic old town area with medieval streets, timber-framed houses, boutiques, and a strong local character.
Main central shopping street and urban axis, useful for strolling between key city sights and daily local life.
A protected local specialty of slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in its fat, rougher and more caramelized than many other rillettes from the Loire area.
Traditional Touraine pork belly pieces confit until tender and lightly caramelized, commonly served as a charcuterie snack or with salads and wine.
The region’s famous ash-coated goat’s cheese log, identifiable by the straw through its center and valued for its tangy, nutty flavor.
A well-regarded contemporary French restaurant offering carefully plated seasonal dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
An established fine-dining address in Tours, known for elegant modern French cuisine and a more formal special-occasion ambiance.
A respected traditional restaurant in Tours known for refined Touraine cuisine, regional wines, and an intimate historic atmosphere.
Generally moderate by French standards: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included in restaurant prices. Small change or 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; tipping is optional in cafés and bars.
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