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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 on Sep 19
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$107
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 19
16
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Tours will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Tours without transferring at least once.
857757 · 16552 · 857618
857761 · 860128
5338 · 5358+
107359
858385 · 860014
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860739
8090 · 8485+
105485
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857761 · 860128
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8722 · 8315Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, while a train costs an average of $98.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m 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 Rennes to Tours:
A bus is $50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Tours costing on average $98.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 32m.
Tickets start at around $98 compared to roughly $67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.91. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 2h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Tours trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9884 · 5351+ 860705 | 6:25 AM Rennes station | 3h42 | 10:07 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
8082 · 8375+ 105375 | 6:48 AM Rennes station | 3h35 | 10:23 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
8702 · 8445+ 105437 | 7:35 AM Rennes station | 3h40 | 11:15 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
5332 · 5486+ 107486 | 7:40 AM Rennes station | 4h05 | 11:45 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
857757 · 16552 · 857618 | 8:56 AM Rennes station | 3h00 | 11:56 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
8606 · 8303 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 4h10 | 1:45 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8606 · 8377+ 105377 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 3h52 | 1:27 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
857761 · 860128 | 10:56 AM Rennes station | 3h06 | 2:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8090 · 8485+ 105485 | 12:27 PM Rennes station | 2h59 | 3:26 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
5336+ 16556 | 12:31 PM Rennes station | 3h19 | 3:50 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
858341+ 4406+ 860739 | 12:35 PM Rennes station | 4h28 | 5:03 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
8722 · 8315 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 3h17 | 6:52 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8630 · 8321 | 4:35 PM Rennes station | 4h09 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8630 · 8345+ 105442 | 4:35 PM Rennes station | 3h15 | 7:50 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
5338 · 5358+ 107359 | 5:30 PM Rennes station | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
858385 · 860014 | 6:35 PM Rennes station | 3h18 | 9:53 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rennes to Tours run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 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 Rennes 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 Rennes to Tours trains use the Rennes to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontchaillou has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pontchaillou.
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
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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