How to travel from Le Mans to Tours

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Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Tours

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł156 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. 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 train costs an average of zł156, while a bus costs an average of zł167.

Distance: 48 miles (78 km)

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Driving

zł156

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Cheapest

zł167

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zł112

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1h 49m

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Fastest

1h 19m

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30m

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5h 21m

Average total duration

4h 51m

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1h 14m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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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 Tours is a train with an average price of zł156.

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

A train is zł11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Le Mans to Tours costing on average zł167.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Le Mans and Tours including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Le Mans to Tours among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł156 compared to roughly zł112 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-43.92. The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Le Mans to Tours

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • TER16562
    7:58 PM0h56
    Le Mans station
    8:54 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER16562
    7:58 PM0h56
    Le Mans station
    8:54 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER16562
    7:58 PM0h56
    Le Mans station
    8:54 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER857021
    4:44 PM1h00
    Le Mans station
    5:44 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER857023
    6:44 PM1h01
    Le Mans station
    7:45 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER16566
    2:45 PM1h05
    Le Mans station
    3:50 PMTours station
    991One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88094 · 51063
    2:20 PM8h10
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    10:30 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    2001One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88082 · 3161
    12:50 PM6h55
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    7:45 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    2371One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus52197 · 95927
    5:20 PM7h20
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    12:40 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    2561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Tours.

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There are 2 options to travel between Le Mans and Tours including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Tours is a bus with an average price of zł99.

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

A bus is zł57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Tours costing on average zł156.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 38m.

The distance from Le Mans to Tours is approximately 48 miles (78 km).
The average frequency per day from Le Mans to Tours is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Tours:
  • Trains mostly depart from Le Mans station and arrive in Tours station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet and arrive in Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Le Mans to Tours, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Tours by bus.
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Tours by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Le Mans to Tours with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 5 direct trains per day with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Le Mans 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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