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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
CHF25
Average ticket price on Sep 19
CHF38
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
9 h 50 m
Buses on Sep 19
8
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Toulouse to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Tours will cost around CHF38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF25.
It's difficult to get from Toulouse to Tours without transferring at least once.
50486 · 95926
3140 · 51063
50024 · 4761
51027 · 3160
FlixBus · FlixBus
50486 · 95926
FlixBus · FlixBus
51027 · 3160
3140 · 51063
50024 · 4761Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF51, while a train costs an average of CHF106.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF51 Average price Cheapest | CHF106 Average price | CHF139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Tours:
A bus is CHF55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Tours costing on average CHF106.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 6m.
Tickets start at around CHF51 compared to roughly CHF139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF88. The journey takes 8h 6m versus 5h 37m 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.
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 12:50AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 10h59 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF45 |
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Tours buses for today, Friday, September 18. 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 | 8:15 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 12h05 | 8:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
3140 · 51063 | 11:50 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 10h40 | 10:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50486 · 95926 | 7:20 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 8h45 | 4:05 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 12h45 | 10:10 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 12h20 | 10:55 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
51027 · 3160 | 2:50 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 9h35 | 12:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 9h10 | 2:55 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Tours run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF17 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Tours buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, 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), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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