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Musée de Vendôme
Main local museum with archaeology, fine arts, and regional history collections. The best place to understand Vendôme and the Loir Valley.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blois to Vendome 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blois to Vendome:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blois to Vendome costing on average $31.
Other travel options to Vendome take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 22m.
Tickets start at around $31 compared to roughly $7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.48. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Blois to Vendome trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:15 AM Blois | 2h33 | 8:48 AM Vendome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:34 PM Blois | 1h41 | 7:15 PM Vendome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Blois to Vendome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 6:22 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Vendome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vendome trip today.
Main local museum with archaeology, fine arts, and regional history collections. The best place to understand Vendôme and the Loir Valley.
Municipal exhibition venue in a historic chapel, hosting changing contemporary art and heritage displays in an atmospheric setting.
Art center focused on contemporary photography and visual culture. It adds a modern creative angle to Vendôme's cultural offer.
Central square framed by historic buildings, shops, and terraces. A practical and scenic base for exploring Vendôme on foot.
Riverside green space ideal for a relaxed walk with views toward the abbey and old town. Popular with locals in good weather.
The hill around the castle ruins rewards walkers with elevated views over Vendôme's rooftops, church towers, and the Loir.
Tarte Tatin is the Loire Valley’s famous upside-down caramelized apple tart, linked to nearby Sologne and widely enjoyed around Vendome.
Rillons are slow-cooked cubes of pork belly, browned and preserved in their fat. They are a traditional specialty of the Loire region.
Rillettes de Tours is a rustic pork spread cooked slowly until tender, then shredded. It is a classic charcuterie from the central Loire area.
Refined French dining in central Vendome, known for polished seasonal cuisine and an elegant, classic atmosphere.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving French regional dishes in a relaxed setting popular with locals and visitors.
Casual crêperie with sweet and savory Breton-style galettes, offering a friendly atmosphere in the town center.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and daily essentials stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
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.
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Gare de Vendôme-Villiers-sur-Loir TGV -> Place Saint-Martin, Vendôme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blois to Vendome 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 Vendome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Blois to Vendome trains use the Blois - Chambord to Gare de Vendôme station pair, with some services arriving at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Use this guide to compare Blois and Vendome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blois - Chambord 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: Restaurant Le Monarque, L'Orangerie du Château
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Blois - Chambord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Blois - Chambord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blois - Chambord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blois - Chambord: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blois - Chambord: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Blois Centre, Ibis Blois Centre Château, Best Western Blois Château.
Gare de Vendôme has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint-Georges, La Scala
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Vendôme. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Vendôme. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Vendôme: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Vendôme: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Vendôme: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercator, Le Saint-Georges Vendôme.
Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV is 4 km from Vendome city centre. Public transport options include:
Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV.
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