How to travel from Amsterdam to Tours

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Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Tours

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €58, while a bus costs an average of €81.

Distance: 392 miles (631 km)

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€81

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€58

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€185

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(fuel + tolls)

11h 35m

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11h 5m

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6h 0m

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5h 30m

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8h 1m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Tours is a train with an average price of €58.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Tours:

A train is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Amsterdam to Tours costing on average €81.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 6h 0m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Tours including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Tours among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €81 compared to roughly €185 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €104. The journey takes 11h 5m versus 8h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Amsterdam to Tours

How to get from Amsterdam to Tours by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Tours is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1662 · 51063
    10:20 AM12h10
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:30 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    €331One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1662 · 51063
    10:20 AM12h10
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:30 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    €331One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Eurostar9370+SNCF | TGV INOUI8347+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187105347
    4:10 PM6h05
    Amsterdam Centraal
    10:15 PMTours station
    €2261One-way
    2 transfers

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  • Intercity19716+TGV7044 · 8313+Eurocity Direct9528
    10:04 AM7h57
    Amsterdam Zuid
    6:01 PMTours station
    €1481One-way
    3 transfers
  • Eurostar9382+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187860537+SNCF | Autocar424537
    6:10 PM7h55
    Amsterdam Centraal
    2:05 AMTours station
    €1571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9376+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187860537+SNCF | Autocar424537
    5:10 PM8h55
    Amsterdam Centraal
    2:05 AMTours station
    €1571One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646 · 51063
    8:55 AM13h35
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:30 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    €331One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1602 · 95919
    11:30 PM10h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:15 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    €351One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1610 · 95919
    8:45 PM13h30
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:15 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    €351One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Tours

Travel to Tours easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Tours.

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There are 2 options to travel between Amsterdam and Tours including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Tours is a train with an average price of €58.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Tours:

A train is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Amsterdam to Tours costing on average €81.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 6h 0m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 35m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Tours is approximately 392 miles (631 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Tours is:
  • Around 22 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Tours as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Tours:
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Tours station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Tours, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Tours by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Intercity to go to Tours by train.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Tours often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Marseille, Porto, London, Nice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tours and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tours to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tours, you can explore vibrant local markets for regional delicacies and souvenirs, take a scenic bike ride along the Loire River, attend a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards, enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on the Loire River, and participate in a guided walking tour of the historic old town. Don't miss the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien with its stunning stained glass windows, the historic Château de Tours, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours, the serene Jardin Botanique de Tours, and the lively Place Plumereau surrounded by half-timbered houses and cafes.
To fully enjoy the main attractions and charm of Tours, spending about 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine.

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