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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Museum of fine arts in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and a notable cedar garden.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£44
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£57
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
16 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
17 h 7 m
Buses on 15 Oct
10
Distance
677 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tours will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Barcelona to Tours you need to make at least one change.
3134 · 51061
50024 · 4761
3158 · 50819
3140 · 51063
FlixBus · FlixBus
3140 · 51063
FlixBus · FlixBus
50024 · 4761
FlixBus · FlixBus
3158 · 50819Buses from Barcelona to Tours run on average 17 times per day, taking around 15h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 677 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 677 km |
Average bus duration 15h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tours coaches for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3134 · 51061 | 16:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 20h50 | 13:30 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 18h20 | 14:50 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h45 | 14:50 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
3158 · 50819 | 21:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h45 | 15:00 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h35 | 14:55 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 19h10 | 18:20 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h40 | 18:20 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
83134 · 3161 | 0:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 19h15 | 19:45 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
3140 · 51063 | 6:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h30 | 22:30 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
50024 · 4761 | 14:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h59 | 7:44 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
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Museum of fine arts in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and a notable cedar garden.
Museum dedicated to the Compagnonnage craft traditions, showing tools, models and skilled workmanship in a historic abbey setting.
Contemporary art centre hosting changing exhibitions in a converted historic building. A good stop for current regional and international art.
Historic quarter with narrow lanes, timber-framed houses and small squares. Ideal for wandering and discovering medieval Tours.
Lively pedestrian street through the old town, known for historic façades, independent shops and an easy walk between major sights.
Botanical garden with themed plant collections, greenhouses and shaded walks. A pleasant local favourite for a calm break from sightseeing.
Rillettes de Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. They are richer and more textured than many rillettes and are a classic speciality of Touraine.
Rillons de Touraine are cubes of pork belly or loin slowly confited until tender and caramelised. They are a traditional charcuterie staple in Tours and the Loire Valley.
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is a log-shaped goat’s cheese with a straw through the centre. It is one of the Loire’s best-known cheeses and closely tied to the Touraine area.
Elegant restaurant for refined French cooking with a calm, polished setting in central Tours. Good choice for a special meal focused on seasonal produce.
Smart dining room known for contemporary French cuisine and careful presentation. Suits diners seeking a more formal dinner in Tours.
Popular traditional bistro serving hearty French dishes and regional wines in a lively, classic brasserie atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for France. Hotels, dining and local transport are usually manageable, though central stays and tourist dining cost more than in smaller Loire Valley towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
The most popular day trips by bus from Tours are Paris, Orléans, Blois and Poitiers. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Tours on Omio.

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 1h 44m.

Orléans is best known for Jeanne d'Arc, a graceful old centre and the Cathédrale Sainte-Croix. Set on the Loire, it mixes French history with an easy-going riverside atmosphere.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 108 km distance in 1h 10m.

Blois is known for the Château Royal de Blois and its strong links to French royal history. Set above the Loire, it has a compact old centre with steep streets, historic houses and an easy-going pace.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 20:17. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 50m.

Poitiers is known for its Romanesque churches, medieval streets and lively student atmosphere. The old centre feels historic yet lived-in, with café culture and nearby Futuroscope adding a modern contrast.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 20:05. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 1h 20m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Tours by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Tours buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) is 11 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Elevators, ramps.
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