How to travel from Avignon to Tours

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Compare train and bus for Avignon to Tours

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €63, while a train costs an average of €153.

Distance: 310 miles (499 km)

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€63

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€153

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€76

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5h 16m

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12h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Tours is a flight with an average price of €63.

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

A flight is €14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Avignon to Tours costing on average €76.

A flight is €90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Tours costing on average €153.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Tours is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 12h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Avignon and Tours including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Avignon to Tours among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 5h 30m sooner (1h 25m by flight vs 6h 55m by car) and save roughly €113 compared to fuel and tolls (€63 vs €175). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Avignon to Tours

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    7:30 AM14h00
    Avignon
    9:30 PMTours
    331One-way
    0 transfers

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  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    7:30 AM14h00
    Avignon
    9:30 PMTours
    331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    7:30 AM14h00
    Avignon
    9:30 PMTours
    331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:50 AM15h00
    Avignon
    12:50 AMTours
    681One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Avignon to Tours

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There are 2 options to travel between Avignon and Tours including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Tours is a flight with an average price of €63.

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

A flight is €14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Avignon to Tours costing on average €76.

A flight is €90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Tours costing on average €153.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Tours is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 12h 11m.

The distance from Avignon to Tours is approximately 310 miles (499 km).
The average frequency per day from Avignon to Tours is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Avignon 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 Avignon to Tours:
  • Trains mostly depart from Avignon TGV and arrive in Tours station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) and arrive in Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Avignon 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 SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Tours by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air to go to Tours by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Avignon to Tours:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Avignon to Tours often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Porto, Marseille, Bordeaux, London. 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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