- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Main fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts near the cathedral.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£21
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 h 11 m
Trains on 13 Oct
7
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourges to Orléans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourges to Orléans will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 7 trains from Bourges to Orléans, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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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3914 · 860521
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861397
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861395Trains from Bourges to Orléans run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 57m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 22:09 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bourges to Orléans trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
861387 | 8:41 Gare de Bourges | 1h11 | 9:52 Gare d'Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
861404+ 3908 | 9:54 Gare de Bourges | 1h22 | 11:16 Gare d'Orléans | 1 change | |
3914 · 860521 | 15:55 Gare de Bourges | 1h32 | 17:27 Gare d'Orléans | 1 change | |
861322 | 16:41 Gare de Bourges | 1h11 | 17:52 Gare d'Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
861393 | 17:41 Gare de Bourges | 1h11 | 18:52 Gare d'Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
861395 | 18:39 Gare de Bourges | 1h12 | 19:51 Gare d'Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
861397 | 19:41 Gare de Bourges | 1h11 | 20:52 Gare d'Orléans | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Gare d'Orléans -> Place du Martroi, Orléans
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Most Bourges to Orléans trains use the Bourges to Gare d'Orléans station pair. Use this guide to compare Bourges and Orléans train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bourges is 1 km from Bourges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Louis XI, Le Beauvoir
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bourges. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourges. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourges: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Bourges, Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges, Hotel Le Christina.
Gare d'Orléans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Lift, La Parenthèse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Orléans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Orléans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare d'Orléans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Orléans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel d'Orléans, Best Western Hôtel d'Arc, Empreinte Hôtel & Spa.
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