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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Major fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, sculpture, and its historic setting near the cathedral.
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Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
1h 12m
Average duration
1h 51m
Trains per day
12
Distance
201 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$50 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Paris to Tours:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Tours costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 7m.
The journey is about 32m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 42m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 (€41) vs $79 (€65)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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 Paris to Tours trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8331+ 860207 | 7:24 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h32 | 8:56 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8803+ 860008 | On time 7:48 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h04 | 10:52 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8375+ 57500 | 9:25 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h29 | 10:54 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8445+ 105437 | 9:58 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 11:15 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8377+ 105377 | 12:15 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h12 | 1:27 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8303 | 12:24 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h21 | 1:45 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860519+ 860007 | 3:22 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2h34 | 5:56 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
860563 | 5:36 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2h21 | 7:57 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8345+ 105442 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h25 | 7:50 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8321 | 7:25 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h19 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860567 | 8:38 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2h15 | 10:53 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860569 | 11:28 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2h25 | 1:53 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Tours run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:00, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 2:00 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
Major fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, known for paintings, sculpture, and its historic setting near the cathedral.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions in a striking modern building, important for current French and international art.
Specialized museum on French craft guild traditions, displaying masterworks by artisans in a characterful historic abbey space.
The city’s most famous square, lined with half-timbered houses and always lively, making it a top old-town stop.
Historic old town with medieval streets, timber-framed buildings, and a dense concentration of heritage architecture.
Main central avenue useful for shopping and orientation, connecting key parts of the city center.
A traditional spread of slow-cooked pork, protected by a local quality label. It is richer and more textured than many other rillettes and is a classic specialty of Tours.
Chunks of pork belly confit until tender and browned. This rustic charcuterie specialty from Touraine is a classic item in local markets and wine bars.
A famous Loire Valley goat cheese with a straw through the center and a distinctive ash-coated rind. It is one of the best-known cheeses from the Touraine area.
A well-regarded contemporary restaurant offering carefully prepared French dishes with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A respected traditional restaurant in Tours known for refined regional cuisine, Loire wines, and an intimate historic setting.
An established bistro in central Tours appreciated for creative French cooking, seasonal products, and a lively dining room.
Moderate by French standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is appreciated; about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Gare De Tours, Tours -> Place Jean Jaurès, Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Tours trains use the Paris Gare Montparnasse to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse 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: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
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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