What is the cheapest way to get from Chartres to Bourges?

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to Bourges is to rideshare which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chartres to Bourges?

The fastest way to get from Chartres to Bourges is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and Bourges?

No, there is no direct train from Chartres to Bourges. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at Bourges via Montparnasse Bienvenue and Paris Bercy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Chartres to Bourges?

The distance between Chartres and Bourges is 190 km. The road distance is 192.3 km.

How do I travel from Chartres to Bourges without a car?

The best way to get from Chartres to Bourges without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 46m and costs €26 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Chartres to Bourges?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chartres to Bourges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Bourges train from?

Chartres to Bourges train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chartres station.

Train or bus from Chartres to Bourges?

The best way to get from Chartres to Bourges is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Chartres to Bourges train arrive?

Chartres to Bourges train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Gare Montparnasse station.

Can I drive from Chartres to Bourges?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to Bourges is 192 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Chartres to Bourges.

How do I get a train ticket from Chartres to Bourges?

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Where can I stay near Bourges?

There are 404+ hotels available in Bourges.

Can I share a ride from Chartres to Bourges?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chartres and Bourges. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chartres to Bourges - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chartres to Bourges by bus, train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pôle d'échanges to Gare SNCF1 bis
2. Take the train from Orleans to BourgesTer
3h 46m
€26–63
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chartres to Bourges191.1 km
2h 23m
€8–13
Train
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare MontparnasseTer
2. Take the train from Paris Bercy to BourgesTer
4h 32m
€53–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pôle d'échanges to Gare SNCF1 bis
2. Take the bus from Orléans to BourgesFlixBus N707
4h 30m
€12–35
Drive 192.3 km
1. Drive from Chartres to Bourges192.3 km
1h 57m
€30–43

Chartres to Bourges by bus and train

53Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chartres to Bourges.

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Distance: 189.6 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France and Bourges, France?

You can take a train from Chartres to Bourges via Paris Gare Montparnasse, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Bercy, and Paris Bercy in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pôle d'échanges to Bourges via Gare SNCF, Gare d'Orléans, Libération, and Orléans in around 4h 30m.

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