How to travel from Le Mans to Chartres

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Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Chartres

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Chartres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 67 miles (108 km)

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Driving

€33

Average price

€18

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Cheapest

€34

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1h 56m

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Fastest

1h 26m

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30m

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3h 15m

Average total duration

2h 45m

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1h 32m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Chartres is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Chartres:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Chartres costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Chartres is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Chartres take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Le Mans and Chartres including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Le Mans to Chartres among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 7m faster (1h 25m by train vs 1h 32m by car) and roughly €13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€20 vs €34). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Le Mans to Chartres

How to get from Le Mans to Chartres by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Le Mans to Chartres is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER862512
    9:38 AM1h11
    Le Mans station
    10:49 AMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER862512
    9:38 AM1h11
    Le Mans station
    10:49 AMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER862512
    9:38 AM1h11
    Le Mans station
    10:49 AMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER862520
    1:35 PM1h13
    Le Mans station
    2:48 PMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER862532
    7:33 PM1h13
    Le Mans station
    8:46 PMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER862524
    3:35 PM1h14
    Le Mans station
    4:49 PMChartres station
    261One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Le Mans to Chartres

Travel to Chartres 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 Le Mans to Chartres.

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There are 2 options to travel between Le Mans and Chartres including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Chartres is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Chartres:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Chartres costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Chartres is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Chartres take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 15m.

The distance from Le Mans to Chartres is approximately 67 miles (108 km).
The average frequency per day from Le Mans to Chartres is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Le Mans and Chartres 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 Le Mans to Chartres:
  • Trains mostly depart from Le Mans station and arrive in Chartres station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet and arrive in Chartres, Pôle d'Échange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Le Mans to Chartres, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Chartres by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER REMI, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Chartres by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Le Mans to Chartres:
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Le Mans to Chartres often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Orléans, Dreux, Châteaudun, Tours. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chartres and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chartres to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chartres, you can explore the magnificent Chartres Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy the Chartres en Lumières, an annual light show. Discover art at the Fine Arts Museum, stroll along the scenic Eure River Walk, and visit the Maison Picassiette, known for its unique mosaics. Experience the local markets, attend a workshop at the International Stained Glass Centre, or admire the frescoes at Église Saint-Aignan. The Chartres Historic Preservation Area offers a glimpse into medieval streets and charming half-timbered houses.
Two days are ideal to explore Chartres, allowing time to visit the famous Chartres Cathedral, stroll through the charming old town, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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