- 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
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chinon to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chinon to Tours will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Chinon for Tours every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chinon to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 41 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Chinon to Tours coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:10 Chinon | 0h20 | 15:30 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Chinon | 0h10 | 17:10 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Chinon | 0h10 | 18:10 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Chinon | 0h10 | 18:10 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Chinon | 0h50 | 19:20 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 Chinon | 0h10 | 7:20 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Chinon | 0h20 | 10:20 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 Chinon | 0h10 | 10:25 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Chinon to Tours run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 20:22. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 21m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 20:22 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chinon 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.

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