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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 23 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
8 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
8 h 56 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Périgueux to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Périgueux to Tours will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from Périgueux to Tours, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 8 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 56 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Périgueux to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 245 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m 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 Périgueux to Tours:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Périgueux to Tours costing on average £88.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 58m.
Tickets start at around £88 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-43.94. The journey takes 4h 14m versus 3h 35m 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.
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 Périgueux to Tours trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:09 Périgueux | 8h56 | 0:05 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Périgueux to Tours run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 19:29 |
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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 Périgueux 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 Périgueux to Tours trains use the Périgueux to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Périgueux and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Périgueux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Clos Saint-Front, L'Essentiel
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Périgueux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Périgueux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Périgueux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Périgueux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Périgueux: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals City, Hotel Regina, Mercure Périgueux Centre Hotel, Ibis Périgueux Centre.
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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