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Musée de Vendôme
Main local museum with archaeology, fine arts, and regional history collections. The best place to understand Vendôme and the Loir Valley.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Vendome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Vendome will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tours for Vendome on Thu, Aug 06, 1 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 55 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Vendome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Vendome:
A bus is $0.25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Vendome costing on average $13.
Other travel options to Vendome take longer:
Bus takes on average 52m.
The journey is about 11m faster (46m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 vs $15). 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 TER REMI, 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 Tours to Vendome 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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![]() | 5:15 PM Tours | 1h00 | 6:15 PM Vendome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Tours | 1h00 | 7:15 PM Vendome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Tours to Vendome run on average 8 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 6:22 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
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Discover the best of Vendome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vendome trip today.
Main local museum with archaeology, fine arts, and regional history collections. The best place to understand Vendôme and the Loir Valley.
Municipal exhibition venue in a historic chapel, hosting changing contemporary art and heritage displays in an atmospheric setting.
Art center focused on contemporary photography and visual culture. It adds a modern creative angle to Vendôme's cultural offer.
Central square framed by historic buildings, shops, and terraces. A practical and scenic base for exploring Vendôme on foot.
Riverside green space ideal for a relaxed walk with views toward the abbey and old town. Popular with locals in good weather.
The hill around the castle ruins rewards walkers with elevated views over Vendôme's rooftops, church towers, and the Loir.
Tarte Tatin is the Loire Valley’s famous upside-down caramelized apple tart, linked to nearby Sologne and widely enjoyed around Vendome.
Rillons are slow-cooked cubes of pork belly, browned and preserved in their fat. They are a traditional specialty of the Loire region.
Rillettes de Tours is a rustic pork spread cooked slowly until tender, then shredded. It is a classic charcuterie from the central Loire area.
Refined French dining in central Vendome, known for polished seasonal cuisine and an elegant, classic atmosphere.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving French regional dishes in a relaxed setting popular with locals and visitors.
Casual crêperie with sweet and savory Breton-style galettes, offering a friendly atmosphere in the town center.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and daily essentials stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
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 Vendôme-Villiers-sur-Loir TGV -> Place Saint-Martin, Vendôme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Vendome 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 Vendome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Vendome trains use the Tours to Gare de Vendôme station pair, with some services arriving at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Use this guide to compare Tours and Vendome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Gare de Vendôme has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint-Georges, La Scala
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Vendôme. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Vendôme. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Vendôme: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Vendôme: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Vendôme: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercator, Le Saint-Georges Vendôme.
Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV is 4 km from Vendome city centre. Public transport options include:
Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vendôme - Villiers-sur-Loir - Gare TGV.
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