- Must visit
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
$20
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Tours will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 24 buses that leave Paris for Tours on Fri, Jun 19, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
51061
53905
95919
FlixBus
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3161
3165
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Paris to Tours:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Tours costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 7m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $80 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58 (€47). The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 42m 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 Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours.
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 | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Tours buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95919 | 7:20 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h55 | 10:15 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
51061 | 9:35 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h55 | 1:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h20 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
50819 | 11:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h10 | 3:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 4h14 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 4h14 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
52751 | 12:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 4:55 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h14 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h14 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h40 | 5:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 2h44 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 2h44 | 4:44 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h50 | 5:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
53905 | 3:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 3h10 | 6:10 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 4h45 | 8:05 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 8:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h10 | 8:05 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
3173 | 4:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h00 | 7:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h55 | 8:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
3161 | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h40 | 9:15 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
51063 | 6:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h35 | 10:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
5125 | 7:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h35 | 11:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h14 | 11:14 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h14 | 11:14 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 2h59 | 11:14 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 2h59 | 11:14 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
95927 | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2h55 | 12:40 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h00 | 2:50 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Tours run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 63 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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