- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Major fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, sculpture, and its historic setting near the cathedral.










Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
2h 40m
Average duration
5h 7m
Buses per day
11
Distance
193 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 $17, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m 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 Rennes to Tours:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Tours costing on average $52 (€43).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€30) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€24). The journey takes 3h 18m versus 2h 38m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Tours buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50912 · 52751 | 8:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 8h55 | 4:55 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
52197 · 95927 | 3:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 9h25 | 12:40 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
52196 · 95927 | 3:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 9h25 | 12:40 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
51028 · 51011 | 5:05 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 6h45 | 11:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 3h10 | 11:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h35 | 3:25 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 13 | |||||
50053 · 95919 | 1:10 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 9h05 | 10:15 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rennes to Tours run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
Major fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, sculpture, and its historic setting near the cathedral.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions in a striking modern building, important for current French and international art.
Specialized museum on French craft guild traditions, displaying masterworks by artisans in a characterful historic abbey space.
The city’s most famous square, lined with half-timbered houses and always lively, making it a top old-town stop.
Historic old town with medieval streets, timber-framed buildings, and a dense concentration of heritage architecture.
Main central avenue useful for shopping and orientation, connecting key parts of the city center.
A traditional spread of slow-cooked pork, protected by a local quality label. It is richer and more textured than many other rillettes and is a classic specialty of Tours.
Chunks of pork belly confit until tender and browned. This rustic charcuterie specialty from Touraine is a classic item in local markets and wine bars.
A famous Loire Valley goat cheese with a straw through the center and a distinctive ash-coated rind. It is one of the best-known cheeses from the Touraine area.
A well-regarded contemporary restaurant offering carefully prepared French dishes with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A respected traditional restaurant in Tours known for refined regional cuisine, Loire wines, and an intimate historic setting.
An established bistro in central Tours appreciated for creative French cooking, seasonal products, and a lively dining room.
Moderate by French standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is appreciated; about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
Official public transport app
Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 -> Gare de Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rennes to Tours buses use the Rennes, Gare Routière to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rennes, Gare Routière 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), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes, Gare Routière.
Available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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