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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
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amboise to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amboise to Tours will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 17 trains that leave Amboise for Tours on Sat, Jun 20, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 20 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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860563Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amboise to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Amboise to Tours:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amboise to Tours costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (23m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER REMI, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amboise to Tours trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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860569 | 12:56 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 1:16 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860003 | 7:36 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 7:59 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860207 | 8:33 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 8:56 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860551 | 9:34 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 9:54 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860213 | 10:36 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 10:59 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860553 | 11:33 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 11:53 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860217 | 12:37 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 1:00 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860291 | 1:26 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h26 | 1:52 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860221 | 2:05 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h25 | 2:30 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860557 | 2:35 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 2:58 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860223 | 3:38 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 4:00 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860007 | 5:36 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 5:56 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860229 | 6:36 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 6:59 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860563 | 7:37 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 7:57 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860245 | 8:00 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 8:23 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860235 | 8:37 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 8:59 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860237 | 9:39 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 10:01 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Amboise to Tours run on average 12 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:56 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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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Gare de Tours, Tours -> Place Jean Jaurès, Tours
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