The cheapest and fastest trains from Bourges to Vichy
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourges to Vichy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourges to Vichy will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Bourges to Vichy without transferring at least once.
9:36 AM2h08Bourges11:44 AMVichy$591One-way1 transfer
1:50 PM2h46Bourges4:36 PMVichy$631One-way1 transfer
7:29 AM2h28Bourges9:57 AMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
2:57 PM2h00Bourges4:57 PMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
4:20 PM2h36Bourges6:56 PMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
5:59 PM1h56Bourges7:55 PMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
2:57 PM2h00Bourges4:57 PMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
9:36 AM2h08Bourges11:44 AMVichy$591One-way1 transfer
7:29 AM2h28Bourges9:57 AMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
4:20 PM2h36Bourges6:56 PMVichy$681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bourges to Vichy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourges to Vichy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourges to Vichy:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourges to Vichy costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Vichy take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 43m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $35 (€29) compared to roughly $30 (€24) 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.
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.
Live departures
Bourges to Vichy train times
The table below shows live departures for Bourges to Vichy trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:29 AM Bourges | 2h28 | 9:57 AM Vichy | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:36 AM Bourges | 2h08 | 11:44 AM Vichy | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Bourges | 2h46 | 4:36 PM Vichy | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:57 PM Bourges | 2h00 | 4:57 PM Vichy | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Bourges | 2h36 | 6:56 PM Vichy | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bourges to Vichy
Trains from Bourges to Vichy run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 8:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bourges to Vichy trainsSNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bourges and Vichy from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Bourges to Vichy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourges to Vichy 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 Vichy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bourges to Vichy
Most Bourges to Vichy trains use the Bourges to Vichy station pair. Use this guide to compare Bourges and Vichy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bourges station do trains to Vichy leave from?
Getting to Bourges from Bourges city centre
Bourges is 1 km from Bourges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourges train station facilities and services
Bourges 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 and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Louis XI, Le Beauvoir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bourges. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bourges. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bourges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bourges: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Bourges, Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges, Hotel Le Christina.
Which Vichy station do trains from Bourges arrive at?
Getting to Vichy from Vichy city centre
Vichy is 1 km from Vichy city centre. Public transport options include:
Vichy train station facilities and services
Vichy 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Table d'Antoine, Le Vichy
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vichy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vichy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vichy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vichy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vichy: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Grignan, Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel, Hotel Midland.
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