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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Tours will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Lyon to Tours without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Lyon to Tours run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 227 miles (366 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 227 miles (366 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Tours.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Tours buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h10 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h00 | 5:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
5130 · 5125 | 10:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h50 | 11:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h35 | 9:00 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
5132 · 95919 | 11:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h20 | 10:15 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer |
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Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
Companion site to the Fine Arts Museum displaying major works in the Saint-Libert chapel. A focused art stop in a restored medieval building.
Archaeology museum housed in a remarkable half-timbered residence. Exhibits trace Tours from antiquity through the Middle Ages in an atmospheric setting.
The emblematic square of Old Tours, lined with timber-framed houses. A beautiful place to admire Renaissance streetscape and feel the city's lively atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, half-timbered facades, and hidden courtyards. Ideal for wandering on foot and discovering the medieval character of Tours.
Loire riverbanks around Tours provide wide views, bridges, and sunset walks. A simple but essential area for appreciating the city's riverside identity.
Rillettes de Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. The Tours style is protected and prized for its coarse texture and rich, rustic flavor.
Rillons de Touraine are caramelized pork belly pieces, gently confit then browned. They are a classic Loire appetizer often served with local wine.
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is a log-shaped goat cheese with a straw through the center. It is one of the Loire Valley's best-known traditional cheeses.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a historic setting, known for refined Loire-focused cuisine and polished service near central Tours.
Well-regarded traditional bistro serving classic French dishes with a regional touch in a warm, convivial old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie with a lively local feel, appreciated for fresh seasonal plates, seafood and dependable French staples.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are reasonable, and local transit is affordable compared with Paris and other major tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes if you wish.
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Most Lyon to Tours buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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