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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rouen to Bourges
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rouen to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Bourges will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
It's difficult to get from Rouen to Bourges without transferring at least 2 times.
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10:15 AM3h49Rouen2:04 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers- 3:02 PM4h01Rouen7:03 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 5:16 PM3h49Rouen9:05 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 6:58 PM4h01Rouen10:59 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 10:01 PM11h02Rouen9:03 AMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 10:15 AM3h49Rouen2:04 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 5:16 PM3h49Rouen9:05 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 3:02 PM4h01Rouen7:03 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 6:58 PM4h01Rouen10:59 PMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
- 10:01 PM11h02Rouen9:03 AMBourges$1391One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rouen to Bourges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rouen to Bourges:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Bourges costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Bourges take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (3h 37m by train vs 4h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Rouen to Bourges train times
The table below shows live departures for Rouen to Bourges trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 AM Rouen | 3h49 | 2:04 PM Bourges | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rouen to Bourges.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rouen to Bourges
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Trains from Rouen to Bourges run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 6:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rouen to Bourges trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rouen and Bourges from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Rouen to Bourges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rouen to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rouen to Bourges
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Verte
- Restaurant Gill
- La Couronne
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite Pasteur
- Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale Hotel
- Hotel de Bourgtheroulde
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Le Havre, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Café Restaurant Louis XI
- Le Beauvoir
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- ibis Bourges
- Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges
- Hotel Le Christina
- Located in the main hall
- 154 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
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