- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
The city’s main fine arts museum, housed in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from several periods.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Tours will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 4 buses that leave Rennes for Tours on Fri, May 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 10 h 10 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.








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 $47.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $67 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 $53 (€43).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $67 (€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, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Tours buses for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 9h25 | 5:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50918 · 3173 | 9:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 9h45 | 7:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50085 · 95927 | 2:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 10h10 | 12:40 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 11h40 | 2:50 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.
The city’s main fine arts museum, housed in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from several periods.
A leading contemporary art center in Tours known for ambitious temporary exhibitions in a striking modern building near the Loire.
A distinctive local museum dedicated to the traditions of French craft guilds, displaying tools, masterpieces, and artisan heritage in Saint-Julien Abbey.
The city’s most famous square, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces, making it the social heart of old Tours.
The historic old town of cobbled lanes and preserved medieval buildings, ideal for wandering and one of the city’s essential areas to explore.
Tours’ main central artery, useful for shopping and orientation, linking key parts of the center with broad views toward major monuments.
A traditional pork spread from Tours, slowly cooked and shredded, then seasoned and set in fat. It is one of the city’s signature charcuterie specialties.
Chunks of pork belly confited until tender and lightly caramelized. This rustic Touraine specialty is commonly served as a snack or with salads.
A famous local goat cheese with a distinctive log shape and ash-coated rind. It is one of the best-known products of the Touraine area.
A respected fine dining restaurant near Tours known for refined modern French cuisine, careful plating, and an intimate atmosphere.
An established restaurant in Tours offering elegant French cooking with a focus on seasonal products and a polished but welcoming dining room.
A well-known traditional address in old Tours, appreciated for classic regional dishes, generous portions, and a cozy bistrot setting.
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 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Small change for taxis or cafes is enough.
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