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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
£37
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£70
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
13 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
13 h 39 m
Buses on 15 Oct
15
Distance
850 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tours will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 15 buses from Madrid to Tours, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 850 km distance in an average of 13 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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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NormalBuses from Madrid to Tours run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 850 km distance in 12h 9m.
Distance 850 km |
Average bus duration 14h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 9m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid 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 |
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3160 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h55 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h20 | 14:55 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 16h00 | 14:55 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h25 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h25 | 12:25 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h15 | 17:50 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h51 | 17:50 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
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4004 · 4761 | 15:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h14 | 7:44 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h15 | 6:10 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h35 | 5:30 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h35 | 6:30 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 Madrid 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 Madrid to Tours buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses 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), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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