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Galerie de l'Apocalypse
Museum inside the château showing the Apocalypse Tapestry and other historic works. Essential for medieval art and local history.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Angers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Angers will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 trains from Tours to Angers, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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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860712Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Angers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 93 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Angers:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Angers costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Angers take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 10m by train vs 1h 21m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£22 vs £28). 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.
Direct services run with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Tours to Angers trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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860001 | 8:08 Tours station | 0h53 | 9:01 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
8440 · 8805+ 106331 | 8:30 Tours station | 3h45 | 12:15 Angers Saint-Laud | 2 changes | |
16574 · 857441 | 11:12 Tours station | 2h20 | 13:32 Angers Maître École | 1 change | |
860127 | 12:24 Tours station | 1h27 | 13:51 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
5224+ 860712 | 12:54 Tours station | 1h08 | 14:02 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
860005 | 13:17 Tours station | 1h02 | 14:19 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
4502+ 106306 | 14:18 Tours station | 1h10 | 15:28 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
860125 | 15:59 Tours station | 1h02 | 17:01 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
16580 · 857325 | 16:26 Tours station | 2h07 | 18:33 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
860161 | 17:38 Tours station | 1h45 | 19:23 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
860011 | 18:07 Tours station | 0h53 | 19:00 Angers Saint-Laud | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Tours to Angers run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 53m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 22:58 |
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Discover the best of Angers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Angers trip today.
Museum inside the château showing the Apocalypse Tapestry and other historic works. Essential for medieval art and local history.
Fine arts museum in a historic complex, with paintings, sculpture and exhibitions tracing Angers from antiquity to the present.
Museum devoted to sculptor David d'Angers, set in a converted abbey church and filled with dramatic plaster models and monuments.
Main square framed by elegant buildings, fountains and terraces. A central meeting point and a practical base for exploring Angers on foot.
Historic square near the cathedral, admired for timbered houses, café-lined edges and one of the most atmospheric corners of old Angers.
Broad riverside promenade and green park on the Maine, popular for walks, picnics and open views back towards the city.
Rillauds d’Anjou are pork belly or breast cubes slowly confit until tender and browned. They are a classic Anjou charcuterie, often eaten warm or cold with local wine.
Quernons d’Ardoise are blue-grey chocolate sweets with nougatine and almond, created in Angers. Their slate-like look nods to the region’s historic roofing stone.
Pâté aux prunes is a traditional Anjou tart made with plums baked in pastry. It balances fruit acidity and sweetness and is strongly associated with local home baking.
Contemporary dining in a refined setting, known for careful seasonal cooking and polished presentation near the historic centre.
Upscale restaurant in a grand historic setting, focused on refined French cuisine and an extensive wine experience.
Casual crêperie popular for galettes, crêpes and cider. A dependable informal stop in the city centre.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Angers Saint-Laud -> Place du Ralliement, Angers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Angers 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 Angers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Angers trains use the Tours to Angers Saint-Laud station pair, with some services arriving at Angers Maître École. Use this guide to compare Tours and Angers 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.
Angers Saint-Laud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Ker Juliet, Selecta, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are an ATM machine is located outside the station near the post office and another ATM under the wooden staircase in front of the sales area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:30, Sat: 10:00 - 17:30, Sun: 13:00 - 18:30.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Saint-Laud: The station is fully accessible, including staff assistance, step-free access throughout the station and magnetic induction loop for people with hearing impairments.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Champagne, Citotel Univers, Grand Hotel de la Gare Angers.
Angers Maître École is 1 km from Angers city centre. Public transport options include:
Angers Maître École has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Angers Maître École.
Wi-Fi is available at Angers Maître École. ATMs are available at Angers Maître École.
Available at Angers Maître École: Parking.
Available at Angers Maître École: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Maître École.
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