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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
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orléans to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Tours will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 6 trains that leave Orléans for Tours on Fri, Jul 17, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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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860229Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Orléans to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$28 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Orléans to Tours:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orléans to Tours costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Tours trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
860225 | 3:38 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h20 | 4:58 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860011 | 4:38 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h18 | 5:56 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860227 | 5:09 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h19 | 6:28 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860295 | 5:42 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h41 | 7:23 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860233 | 6:40 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h19 | 7:59 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860235 | 7:41 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h18 | 8:59 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860237 | 8:42 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h19 | 10:01 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860239 | 9:38 PM Gare d'Orléans | 1h20 | 10:58 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Orléans to Tours run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 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 Orléans 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 Orléans to Tours trains use the Gare d'Orléans to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Orléans and Tours 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.
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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