- Must visit
Château du Clos Lucé
Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, with models, gardens, and rooms exploring his inventions, art, and final years in France.
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orléans to Amboise is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Amboise will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 9 trains that leave Orléans for Amboise on Thu, Aug 06, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
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860225Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orléans to Amboise among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€20 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Orléans to Amboise:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orléans to Amboise costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Amboise take longer:
Train takes on average 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Amboise 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 |
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860203 | 5:58 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h58 | 6:56 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860247 | 6:30 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h54 | 7:24 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860001 | 6:58 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h41 | 7:39 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860205 | 7:09 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h56 | 8:05 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860211 | 8:39 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h54 | 9:33 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860215 | 10:33 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h59 | 11:32 AM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860005 | 11:09 AM Gare d'Orléans | 0h55 | 12:04 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860219 | 1:04 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h01 | 2:05 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860223 | 2:38 PM Gare d'Orléans | 0h59 | 3:37 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
860225 | 3:38 PM Gare d'Orléans | 0h57 | 4:35 PM Gare d'Amboise | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Orléans to Amboise run on average 10 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Amboise — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amboise trip today.
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 Orléans 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 Orléans to Amboise trains use the Gare d'Orléans to Gare d'Amboise station pair. Use this guide to compare Orléans and Amboise train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare d'Orléans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Lift, La Parenthèse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Orléans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Orléans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare d'Orléans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Orléans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel d'Orléans, Best Western Hôtel d'Arc, Empreinte Hôtel & Spa.
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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