- Must visit
Musée de l'Histoire de France
The palace museum displays royal apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and major collections. It is the essential museum experience in Versailles.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Angers to Versailles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €53, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 154 miles (248 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Angers to Versailles:
A train is €106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Angers to Versailles costing on average €160.
Other travel options to Versailles take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 42m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around €54 compared to roughly €45 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 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.
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Trains from Angers to Versailles run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:21, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (248 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 154 miles (248 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 9:21 AM |
Last train 8:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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The palace museum displays royal apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and major collections. It is the essential museum experience in Versailles.
This art museum presents sculptures from the palace collections in the former royal stables. A strong choice for decorative arts lovers.
Housed in the former Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this museum explores French revolutionary history in a major historic setting.
The vast formal gardens behind the palace are famous for fountains, groves, and grand perspectives. A must for walking and classic Versailles views.
A large landscaped park with canals and long paths ideal for picnics, cycling, and quieter views beyond the formal gardens.
The grand approach to the palace converges here, offering one of the best classic views of Versailles and its ceremonial urban planning.
Macarons from Maison Ladurée are delicate almond meringue cookies with ganache or cream, closely tied to Versailles through the Maison’s historic royal-style tea room.
Tarte Tatin is a classic French upside-down caramelized apple tart, widely loved in Versailles and a staple dessert in traditional brasseries and tea rooms.
Croque-Monsieur is a baked or grilled ham and cheese sandwich with béchamel, a Paris region café classic commonly found in casual eateries around Versailles.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Gordon Ramsay at Trianon Palace, known for modern French cuisine and a luxurious setting.
Historic restaurant near the palace, known for classic French cuisine and an elegant Belle Époque setting with a strong local reputation.
Well-known brasserie serving traditional French dishes and seafood in a polished yet relaxed setting close to central Versailles.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels near the palace cost more, but transit from Paris and simple local meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change in cafes is optional.
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Gare de Versailles-Chantiers -> Place d'Armes, Versailles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Angers to Versailles by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Versailles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Angers to Versailles trains use the Angers Saint-Laud to Versailles Chantiers station pair. Use this guide to compare Angers and Versailles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Angers Saint-Laud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Ker Juliet, Selecta, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are an ATM machine is located outside the station near the post office and another ATM under the wooden staircase in front of the sales area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:30, Sat: 10:00 - 17:30, Sun: 13:00 - 18:30.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Saint-Laud: The station is fully accessible, including staff assistance, step-free access throughout the station and magnetic induction loop for people with hearing impairments.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Champagne, Citotel Univers, Grand Hotel de la Gare Angers.
Angers Maître École is 1 km from Angers city centre. Public transport options include:
Angers Maître École has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Angers Maître École.
Wi-Fi is available at Angers Maître École. ATMs are available at Angers Maître École.
Available at Angers Maître École: Parking.
Available at Angers Maître École: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Maître École.
Versailles Chantiers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Limousin, La Petite Venise
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Versailles Chantiers. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Versailles Chantiers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Versailles Chantiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Versailles Chantiers: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Versailles Chantiers: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Versailles Chantiers, Hôtel Le Versailles, Hôtel d'Angleterre.
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