- Must visit
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
€107
Average price
€162
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Tours will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €107.
Of the 9 trains that leave Brussels for Tours on Thu, Aug 27, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct trains cover the 469 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 49 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Brussels to Tours:
A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Tours costing on average €58.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 28m.
The journey is about 2h 32m faster (3h 13m by train vs 5h 45m by car) and roughly €72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€58 vs €131). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Tours trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9316+ 8335 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h29 | 1:45 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 8335 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h29 | 1:45 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 8313 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h46 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 8313 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h45 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 8313 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h45 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 8321 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h27 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 8313 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h20 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 8317 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h36 | 7:18 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 8321 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h02 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8313 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 6h49 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8317 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h05 | 7:18 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8321 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h31 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 8321 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h01 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 8317 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h35 | 7:18 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 8313 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h19 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 8317 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h05 | 7:18 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 8313 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h49 | 6:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 8321 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h31 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 8321 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h01 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 8317 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h35 | 7:18 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 860563 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h57 | 7:40 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9836 · 5240+ 107241 | 4:04 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h15 | 8:19 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9362+ 8347+ 105347 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h33 | 10:15 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9362+ 8393+ 860565 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 3h58 | 8:40 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9362+ 8321 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h02 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9838 · 5358+ 107359 | 4:52 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h53 | 9:45 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9364+ 8347+ 105347 | 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h59 | 10:15 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 8347+ 105347 | 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h59 | 10:15 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h49 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 8347+ 105347 | 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h02 | 10:15 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h52 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9374+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h23 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9474+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h23 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9476+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 7:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h52 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9376+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 7:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h52 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9382+ 860537+ 424537 | On time 8:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h49 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 27 | |||||
![]() | 6:43 AM Brussels | 5h02 | 11:45 AM Tours | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Brussels to Tours run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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.
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Gare de Tours -> Place Jean Jaurès, Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Tours trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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