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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 29 Aug
£9
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£19
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
2 h 30 m
Trains on 29 Aug
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orléans to Chartres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Chartres will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 3 trains from Orléans to Chartres, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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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57968 · 860223
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57968 · 860223The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Chartres trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58920 | 18:17 Gare d'Orléans | 1h23 | 19:40 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
58926 | 12:07 Gare d'Orléans | 1h23 | 13:30 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
57968 · 860223 | 14:38 Gare d'Orléans | 4h44 | 19:22 Chartres | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Orléans to Chartres run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:02 |
Last train 22:09 |
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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 Orléans 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 Orléans to Chartres trains use the Gare d'Orléans to Chartres, Pôle d'Échange station pair, with some services arriving at Chartres. Use this guide to compare Orléans and Chartres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
La Source Université is 7 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
La Source Université has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi inside the station building. ATMs are available at La Source Université.
Ticket office support is available at La Source Université.
Available at La Source Université: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Source Université: Station equipped with ramps and lifts.
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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