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

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to Tours is to rideshare which costs €8 - €10 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chartres to Tours is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Chartres and Tours?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chartres Pole D'echanges and arriving at Tours. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and Tours?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chartres and arriving at Tours. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Chartres to Tours?

The distance between Chartres and Tours is 171 km. The road distance is 140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chartres to Tours without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €29 - €60.

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

The train from Chartres to Tours takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Tours bus from?

Chartres to Tours bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Chartres Pole D'echanges station.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Tours train from?

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

Train or bus from Chartres to Tours?

The best way to get from Chartres to Tours is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Chartres to Tours bus arrive?

Chartres to Tours bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Tours station.

Where does the Chartres to Tours train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chartres to Tours?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to Tours is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Chartres to Tours.

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

Book your Chartres to Tours train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tours?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Tours.

Can I share a ride from Chartres to Tours?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chartres to Tourstrain Ter
2h 45m
€29–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chartres Pole D'echanges to Toursbus Autocar
3h
€3–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Chartres to Toursrideshare 140.8 km
2h 26m
€8–10
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Chartres to Le Manstrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Tourstrain Ter
3h 3m
€37–76
Drive 140.2 km
1. Drive from Chartres to Tourscar 140.2 km
2h 3m
€22–32

Chartres to Tours by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Chartres to Tours twice daily. Tickets cost €29–60 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, SNCF Bus operates a bus from Chartres Pole D'echanges to Tours 5 times a day. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 3h. Réseau de Mobilité Interurbaine (Rémi) also services this route 3 times a day.

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