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Château du Clos Lucé
Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, with models, gardens, and rooms exploring his inventions, art, and final years in France.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Épernay to Amboise among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€45 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Épernay to Amboise:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Épernay to Amboise costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Amboise take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
Trains from Épernay to Amboise run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 6:34 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, with models, gardens, and rooms exploring his inventions, art, and final years in France.
Royal château visit includes historic collections, furnished rooms, and interpretive displays on French monarchy and court life.
Immersive digital art space inside a former foundry, presenting large-scale projections on history, art, and architecture.
Green island in the Loire offering peaceful walking paths and some of the best postcard views of Amboise and its château.
Main pedestrian street lined with historic façades, shops, and views toward the clock tower, ideal for strolling through old Amboise.
Lively central square beneath the château, useful for orientation and admired for classic town views and market atmosphere.
A famous Loire Valley goat cheese from nearby Touraine, often served fresh or ash-coated. It reflects the region's long farmhouse cheesemaking tradition.
A white Loire wine made around Amboise from Chenin Blanc, ranging from dry to sparkling. It is one of the town's signature local drinks.
A Loire River fish stew or preparation using pike, perch, or eel, showing the historic importance of river fishing in Touraine cuisine.
Refined riverside dining in a historic inn, known for elegant Loire Valley cuisine and a polished atmosphere near the château.
Popular casual spot for galettes, crêpes, cider, and regional products, with a friendly atmosphere close to the old town.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving classic French and Touraine dishes in a cozy, historic setting in central Amboise.
Moderate for France: lodging and château tourism raise prices a bit, but dining and local transit stay reasonable versus larger French tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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Gare d'Amboise -> Château Royal d'Amboise, Amboise
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Épernay to Amboise 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 Amboise, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Épernay to Amboise trains use the Épernay to Gare d'Amboise station pair. Use this guide to compare Épernay and Amboise train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Épernay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Stelvio, Le Théâtre
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Épernay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Épernay. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Épernay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Épernay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Épernay: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Jean Moët, La Villa Eugène, Hotel de Champagne.
Gare d'Amboise has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Gare d'Amboise.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Amboise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Amboise.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Amboise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Blason, Hôtel Bellevue, Le Manoir Les Minimes.
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