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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 17 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
19 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
20 m
Trains on 17 Sept
21
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amboise to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amboise to Tours will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 21 trains from Amboise to Tours, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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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860205Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amboise to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 23 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - 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.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (23m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER REMI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amboise to Tours trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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860203 | 6:57 Gare d'Amboise | 0h24 | 7:21 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860247 | 7:26 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 7:48 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860001 | 7:39 Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 7:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860205 | 8:06 Gare d'Amboise | 0h21 | 8:27 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860207 | 8:36 Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 8:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860551 | 9:23 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 9:45 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
424209 | 10:15 Gare d'Amboise | 0h35 | 10:50 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
424213 | 12:50 Gare d'Amboise | 0h35 | 13:25 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
424211 | 14:15 Gare d'Amboise | 0h35 | 14:50 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
424219 | 15:35 Gare d'Amboise | 0h35 | 16:10 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860225 | 16:36 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 16:58 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860011 | 17:36 Gare d'Amboise | 0h20 | 17:56 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860227 | 18:06 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 18:28 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860229 | 18:36 Gare d'Amboise | 0h23 | 18:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860295 | 19:02 Gare d'Amboise | 0h21 | 19:23 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860563 | 19:21 Gare d'Amboise | 0h19 | 19:40 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860233 | 19:37 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 19:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860565 | 20:21 Gare d'Amboise | 0h19 | 20:40 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860235 | 20:37 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 20:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860237 | 21:39 Gare d'Amboise | 0h21 | 22:00 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860239 | 22:36 Gare d'Amboise | 0h22 | 22:58 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Amboise to Tours run on average 12 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 20m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:56 |
Last train 22:55 |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amboise to Tours by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amboise to Tours trains use the Gare d'Amboise to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Amboise and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare d'Amboise has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Gare d'Amboise.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Amboise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Amboise.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Amboise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Blason, Hôtel Bellevue, Le Manoir Les Minimes.
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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