How to travel from Toulouse to Tours

There are 2 options to travel between Toulouse and Tours including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Toulouse to Tours is a bus with an average price of $36 (€29).

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

A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Tours costing on average $78 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Toulouse to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 59m.

The distance from Toulouse to Tours is approximately 263 miles (424 km).

The average frequency per day from Toulouse to Tours is:

• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Tours:

• Trains mostly depart from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau and arrive in Tours station.
• Buses mostly depart from Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) and arrive in Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Toulouse to Tours, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Tours by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Tours by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Toulouse to Tours:

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Toulouse 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.