How to travel from Orleans to Tours, France

The distance between Orleans and Tours is around 115km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 5m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Orleans to Tours 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 ToursOrleans if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Tours.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    €22($22)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Tours Pl du General Leclerc.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departs4 times a day
Operated by

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Tours.

  • Duration1h 5m
  • Distance115km (72 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Orleans and Tours

There are several options for getting from Orleans to Tours by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €16 ($16).

The distance between Orleans and Tours is around 115km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 108km (67 miles)

It takes around 1h 15m to get from Orleans and Tours by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Orleans to Tours is to drive which takes around 1h 5m and will set you back approx €16 ($16).

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

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Orleans and Tours. It typically takes around 1h 15m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Orleans and Tours with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 1h 15m.

SNCF run train services between Orleans and Tours. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 1h 15m, 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 Tours. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs 6 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Orleans and Tours with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 1h 45m.

Union Ivkoni - Unibus run regular bus services between Orleans and Tours. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 1h 45m 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 Tours. We recommend that you take the train to Tours. instead which will take 1h 15m.

The closest major airport to Tours is Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) (PIS) which is approximately 94km (58 miles) from Tours. Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) (NTE) and Orly Airport (ORY) (ORY) 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 Tours. The distance is around 115km (72 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Orleans to Tours is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 15m and will usually cost around €22 ($22).

How do I get from Orleans to Tours

Compare travel optionsbetween Orleans and Tours

Transport options from Orleans to Tours
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 15m
€22($22)
every 2 hours115km (71 miles)
Bus
1h 45m
4 times a day116km (72 miles)
Drive
1h 5m
€16($16)
on demand115km (72 miles)

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Airports near Tours

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

PIS
Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
94km (58 miles) from Tours
NTE
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Tours
ORY
Orly Airport (ORY)
International Airport
Distance
194km (120 miles) from Tours