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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 Madrid to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tours will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 11 buses from Madrid to Tours, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 850 km distance in an average of 13 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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.
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Buses from Madrid to Tours run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 528 miles (850 km) distance in 12h 9m.
Distance 528 miles (850 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 9m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Tours.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 16h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44AM | Duration 13h14 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44AM | Duration 13h14 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 16h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:44AM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:44AM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 15h44 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 14h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 17h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tours buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h30 | 5:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h25 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h25 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h15 | 5:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h51 | 5:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h55 | 1:45 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h10 | 2:50 PM 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 Madrid to Tours buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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