- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Main fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts near the cathedral.
Cheapest price on 02 Oct
£4
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
£5
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
40 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
56 m
Buses on 02 Oct
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chartres to Orléans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chartres to Orléans will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 02 Oct, we found 5 buses from Chartres to Orléans, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.










The table below shows live departures for Chartres to Orléans coaches for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:40 Chartres | 0h40 | 14:20 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Chartres | 0h50 | 14:50 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Chartres | 0h40 | 16:10 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Chartres | 0h45 | 18:35 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:10 Chartres | 0h50 | 21:00 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 Chartres | 1h00 | 7:50 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Chartres | 1h00 | 9:10 Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Chartres to Orléans run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 20:33. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 20:33 |
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Main fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts near the cathedral.
Former bishop’s palace displaying local archaeology and history, from prehistory to the city’s urban development.
Science museum focused on natural history, biodiversity and geology, suitable for families and curious visitors.
Lively central square with arcades, terraces and the city’s Joan of Arc statue, ideal for orientation and people-watching.
Elegant pedestrian street lined with historic buildings, shops and cafés, linking key sights in the old centre.
Riverside path and green spaces along the Loire, popular for walking, cycling and broad views of the bridge and cathedral.
A soft sponge cake scented with orange blossom and often topped with candied fruit. It is a long-standing Orléans speciality linked to local patisserie traditions.
Sharp local mustard from Orléans, traditionally made with wine vinegar rather than verjuice. It is one of the city’s best-known historic condiments.
Artisanal vinegar produced in Orléans, famous since the Middle Ages. It flavours dressings, sauces and pickles and reflects the city’s old trade heritage.
Refined restaurant in Orléans focused on modern French cooking, polished service and a calm fine-dining atmosphere.
Well-regarded casual restaurant with a warm atmosphere, offering seasonal French plates and a good selection of wines.
Established city-centre address for traditional French cuisine, known for regional flavours and a comfortable bistrot feel.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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