- Must visit
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 05 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 18 m
Buses on 05 Sept
9
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Tours will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 9 buses from Bordeaux to Tours, including 9 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 299 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Tours:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Tours costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 2m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £64. The journey takes 4h 2m versus 3h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Euroscoach By Cm Tours.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Tours coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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95926 | 0:05 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h00 | 4:05 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 0:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h59 | 4:44 Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h05 | 12:25 Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h05 | 12:25 Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 0 changesdirect | |
3160 | 7:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h05 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h25 | 14:55 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h55 | 17:00 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
95920 | 13:25 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h10 | 18:35 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h10 | 19:40 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Tours run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:20 |
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Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Tours buses use the Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont). ATMs are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Bus stop accessible for wheelchairs.
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