1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
18 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
19 m
Trains on 06 Sept
12
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Amboise is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Amboise will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 12 trains from Tours to Amboise, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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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860562Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Amboise 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 23 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Amboise:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Amboise costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Amboise take longer:
Coach takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (21m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER REMI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Tours to Amboise trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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860222 | On time 13:58 Tours station | 0h20 | 14:18 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860226 | 16:02 Tours station | 0h19 | 16:21 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860274 | 16:30 Tours station | 0h25 | 16:55 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860230 | 17:42 Tours station | 0h21 | 18:03 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860564 | 18:34 Tours station | 0h18 | 18:52 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860234 | 19:10 Tours station | 0h20 | 19:30 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860014 | 22:05 Tours station | 0h19 | 22:24 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 6 September | |||||
860208 | 8:01 Tours station | 0h21 | 8:22 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860552 | 8:42 Tours station | 0h19 | 9:01 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860212 | 9:38 Tours station | 0h20 | 9:58 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860004 | 11:03 Tours station | 0h18 | 11:21 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
860556 | 11:09 Tours station | 0h19 | 11:28 Gare d'Amboise | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Tours to Amboise run on average 11 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 19m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 22:55 |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 classes and the amenities included in each one.
Discover the best of Amboise — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amboise trip today.
Museum route at Clos Lucé presenting Leonardo da Vinci’s life, models and inventions in the house where he lived.
Underground tuffeau quarry turned sculpted world, featuring carved scenes and figures in a distinctive cave setting.
Interactive centre exploring paper, graphic arts and packaging in a former industrial site by the Loire.
Lively central street lined with historic buildings, shops and easy walking links between the château and river.
Riverside promenade and park area with broad Loire views, benches and good photo points towards the château.
Scenic riverside walking area along the Loire, popular for gentle strolls and views of bridges, boats and town façades.
Goat’s cheese from nearby Touraine, often ash-coated or log-shaped. It reflects the Loire Valley’s strong chèvre-making tradition and pairs well with local wine.
A rillettes spread of slowly cooked pork shredded into its own fat. It is a classic Loire and Touraine charcuterie eaten with bread and local wine.
A rustic pork pâté from Tours, usually flavoured with rillons and herbs, then baked in pastry. It is a traditional regional speciality found in charcuteries.
Elegant restaurant near the château serving refined French cuisine with Loire ingredients in a warm, polished setting.
Well-known traditional crêperie in the centre, popular for savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Classic French restaurant with a cosy feel, serving regional dishes and wines in a longstanding old-town setting.
Moderate for France: rooms and dining are cheaper than Paris, but tourist season lifts prices. Local trains are reasonable and château visits add to daily costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Amboise 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 Amboise, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Amboise trains use the Tours to Gare d'Amboise station pair. Use this guide to compare Tours and Amboise train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Gare d'Amboise has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Gare d'Amboise.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Amboise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Amboise.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Amboise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Blason, Hôtel Bellevue, Le Manoir Les Minimes.
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