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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 12 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£76
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
6 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
6 h 20 m
Trains on 12 Sept
28
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Tours will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Geneva to Tours you need to make at least one change.
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860567Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 436 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£95 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Tours:
A coach is £50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Tours costing on average £95.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 37m.
The journey is about 5m faster (5h 57m by train vs 6h 2m by car) and roughly £81 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£95 vs £176). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Tours trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9774+ 860565 | On time 14:27 Geneva station | 6h13 | 20:40 Tours station | 1 change | |
5358+ 107359+ 96570 | On time 15:24 Geneva station | 6h21 | 21:45 Tours station | 2 changes | |
9776+ 8347+ 105347 | 16:23 Geneva station | 5h52 | 22:15 Tours station | 2 changes | |
9780+ 860569 | 18:23 Geneva station | 7h17 | 1:40 Tours station | 1 change | |
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9764+ 860557 | 8:21 Geneva station | 6h37 | 14:58 Tours station | 1 change | |
9756+ 4506 | 8:30 Geneva station | 11h56 | 20:26 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
9756+ 5358 | 8:30 Geneva station | 13h01 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
9756+ 4504 | 8:30 Geneva station | 8h35 | 17:05 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96558+ 5358 | 9:24 Geneva station | 12h07 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
4504+ 105342+ 96558 | 9:24 Geneva station | 8h04 | 17:28 Tours station | 2 changes | |
96558+ 4504 | 9:24 Geneva station | 7h41 | 17:05 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96558+ 4506 | 9:24 Geneva station | 11h02 | 20:26 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96634 · 18550+ 5358 | 9:57 Geneva station | 11h34 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
96634 · 18550+ 4506 | 9:57 Geneva station | 10h29 | 20:26 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
96634 · 18550+ 6620 · 8315 | 9:57 Geneva station | 8h38 | 18:35 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 3 changes | |
9768+ 860519+ 860007 | 10:27 Geneva station | 7h29 | 17:56 Tours station | 2 changes | |
96562+ 4506 | 11:24 Geneva station | 9h02 | 20:26 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96562+ 5358 | 11:24 Geneva station | 10h07 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96562+ 6620 · 8315 | 11:24 Geneva station | 7h11 | 18:35 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
96564+ 6622 · 8345 | 12:24 Geneva station | 7h11 | 19:35 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
96564+ 5358 | 12:24 Geneva station | 9h07 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96564+ 4506 | 12:24 Geneva station | 8h02 | 20:26 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
9770+ 8315 | 12:27 Geneva station | 6h25 | 18:52 Tours station | 1 change | |
96566+ 6630+ 860569 | 13:24 Geneva station | 12h22 | 1:46 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
96566+ 5358 | 13:24 Geneva station | 8h07 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 1 change | |
96566+ 5386 · 5358 | 13:24 Geneva station | 8h07 | 21:31 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Geneva to Tours run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 436 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 18:29 |
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Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
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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Tours Airport -> Gare de Tours, Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Tours trains use the Genève to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
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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