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La Maison Picassiette
Interactive centre exploring perfume-making, raw materials and fragrance design. A modern visit that connects Chartres with the cosmetic industry.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
38 m
Trains on 08 Sept
12
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dreux to Chartres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dreux to Chartres will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 12 trains from Dreux to Chartres, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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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58823Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dreux to Chartres 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 coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 33 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dreux to Chartres:
A coach is £0.43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dreux to Chartres costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Chartres take longer:
Train takes on average 39m.
Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 39m versus 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with TER REMI.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dreux to Chartres trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58801 | 5:31 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 6:15 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58803 | 5:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 6:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58839 | 6:21 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 7:05 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58807 | 6:27 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 7:05 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58805 | 6:41 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 7:25 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58809 | 6:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h48 | 7:45 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58811 | 7:27 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 8:05 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58813 | 8:07 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 8:45 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58815 | 8:27 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 9:05 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58841 | 8:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 9:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58817 | 9:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 10:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58819 | 12:31 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 13:15 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58821 | 13:11 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 13:55 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58823 | 14:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 15:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58825 | 16:21 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 17:05 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58827 | 16:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 17:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58829 | 17:26 Gare de Dreux | 0h48 | 18:14 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58831 | 17:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 18:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58833 | 18:31 Gare de Dreux | 0h44 | 19:15 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58835 | 18:57 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 19:35 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
58837 | 19:32 Gare de Dreux | 0h38 | 20:10 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Dreux to Chartres run on average 8 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 37m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 4:05 |
Last train 22:29 |
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Discover the best of Chartres — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chartres trip today.
Interactive centre exploring perfume-making, raw materials and fragrance design. A modern visit that connects Chartres with the cosmetic industry.
Fine arts museum in the former bishops’ palace, showing paintings, sculpture and decorative arts in a historic setting beside the cathedral.
Museum dedicated to stained glass, a craft central to Chartres. Displays explain techniques, styles and the city’s artistic heritage.
Historic riverside quarter with stone bridges, old washhouses and narrow lanes. It is one of the most atmospheric areas for a walk in Chartres.
Central square facing the cathedral, useful for views, people-watching and access to the old town’s key sights.
Pleasant green space along the Eure, popular for a relaxed walk with views towards the lower town and cathedral.
A savoury pâté from Chartres traditionally made with game birds, pork and truffle, prized as the city’s best-known festive speciality.
A rustic Beauce potato soup, often enriched with cream or butter. It reflects the farming cuisine of the grain-growing plains around Chartres.
A regional chicken stew from Beauce, commonly cooked with cream, cider or white wine and local vegetables; a classic countryside Sunday dish.
A polished restaurant near the cathedral serving refined French dishes in an elegant, intimate setting.
A long-established restaurant in the old town with regional French cooking and views close to the cathedral quarter.
A well-known traditional brasserie in central Chartres, popular for classic French plates and a lively historic atmosphere.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local buses and cathedral-area cafés remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is appreciated but not expected.
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Gare de Chartres -> Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dreux to Chartres 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 Chartres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dreux to Chartres trains use the Gare de Dreux to Chartres, Pôle d'Échange station pair, with some services arriving at Chartres. Use this guide to compare Dreux and Chartres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Dreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Pierre, La Table de Jeanne
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Dreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Dreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Dreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Dreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Dreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Dreux Centre Gare, Hotel Le Beffroi, Hotel Normandy.
Chartres, Pôle d'Échange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant and café available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange.
Available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange: Station equipped with elevators and ramps for disabled access.
Chartres 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: Le Georges, Café Bleu
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chartres. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chartres. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chartres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chartres: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chartres: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals Boutique, Hotel Les Poèmes de Chartres, Mercure Chartres Centre Cathédrale, Timhotel Chartres Cathédrale.
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