- Must visit
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
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 17 trains that leave Montlouis-sur-Loire for Tours every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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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860227Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 11 km
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£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:44 Montlouis-sur-Loire | 0h14 | 20:58 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
860205 | 8:14 Montlouis | 0h13 | 8:27 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860207 | 8:45 Montlouis | 0h14 | 8:59 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860705 | 9:48 Veretz - Montlouis | 0h14 | 10:02 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
860710 · 860860 | 11:09 Veretz - Montlouis | 1h25 | 12:34 Tours station | 1 change | |
860707 | 13:48 Veretz - Montlouis | 0h14 | 14:02 Tours station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours run on average 16 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 14m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 22:57 |
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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 Montlouis-sur-Loire 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 Montlouis-sur-Loire to Tours trains use the Montlouis to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Montlouis-sur-Loire and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montlouis is 1 km from Montlouis-sur-Loire city centre. Public transport options include:
Montlouis has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Montlouis.
Available at Montlouis: Parking.
Available at Montlouis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montlouis.
Veretz - Montlouis is 2 km from Montlouis-sur-Loire city centre. Public transport options include:
Veretz - Montlouis has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Veretz - Montlouis.
Azay-sur-Cher is 3 km from Montlouis-sur-Loire city centre. Public transport options include:
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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