How to travel from Orleans to Limoges, France

The distance between Orleans and Limoges is around 268km (167 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Orleans to Limoges by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LimogesOrleans if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Limoges Benedictins.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €40($40)
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Bus

Take the bus to Limoges.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €17($17)

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Drive

Drive to Limoges.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Distance269km (167 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Orleans and Limoges

There are several options for getting from Orleans to Limoges by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €40 ($40).

The distance between Orleans and Limoges is around 268km (167 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 235km (146 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Orleans and Limoges by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Orleans to Limoges is to take the train which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €40 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Orleans and Limoges, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Orleans and Limoges. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Orleans and Limoges with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 2h 10m.

SNCF run train services between Orleans and Limoges. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 2h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Orleans and Limoges. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Orleans and Limoges with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 3h 15m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Orleans and Limoges. Buses run twice daily and take around 3h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Orleans to Limoges. We recommend that you take the train to Limoges Benedictins. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Limoges is Bellegarde Airport (LIG) (LIG) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Limoges. Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) (BOD) and Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS) (TLS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Orleans and Limoges. The distance is around 269km (167 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Orleans to Limoges is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around €40 ($40).

How do I get from Orleans to Limoges

Compare travel optionsbetween Orleans and Limoges

Transport options from Orleans to Limoges
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 10m
€40($40)
every 20 mins281km (174 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 15m
€17($17)
every 20 mins268km (167 miles)
Bus to Limoges3h 55m
€15($15)
once daily269km (167 miles)
Drive
2h 30m
€49($49)
on demand269km (167 miles)

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Airports near Limoges

The following major airports near Limoges offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

LIG
Bellegarde Airport (LIG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (5 miles) from Limoges
BOD
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)
International Airport
Distance
190km (118 miles) from Limoges
TLS
Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS)
International Airport
Distance
245km (152 miles) from Limoges