1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
26 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Chenonceaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Chenonceaux will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 trains from Tours to Chenonceaux, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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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860800Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Chenonceaux 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 coach, which has an average total journey time of 55m. 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 £9.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m 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 Chenonceaux:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Chenonceaux costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Chenonceaux take longer:
Train takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (27m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £5 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 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 Chenonceaux 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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860800 | 6:29 Tours station | 0h26 | 6:55 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860842 | 6:54 Tours station | 0h27 | 7:21 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
16840 | 12:05 Tours station | 0h26 | 12:31 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860840 | 14:04 Tours station | 0h24 | 14:28 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860746 | 16:52 Tours station | 0h35 | 17:27 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860844 | 17:29 Tours station | 0h26 | 17:55 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860718 | 17:54 Tours station | 0h34 | 18:28 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860846 | 18:29 Tours station | 0h26 | 18:55 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860744 | 18:54 Tours station | 0h34 | 19:28 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860848 | 19:29 Tours station | 0h26 | 19:55 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
860808 | 20:53 Tours station | 0h33 | 21:26 Gare de Chenonceaux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Tours to Chenonceaux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 26m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 21:16 |
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The château interiors function as a museum of art, furniture and royal history, with notable rooms overlooking the Cher.
Small gallery within the château presenting paintings and decorative works that enrich the story of the estate and its owners.
Educational exhibition area on the estate focusing on the château’s history, restoration and daily life through displays and interpretation.
Formal riverside garden laid out for Diane de Poitiers, admired for symmetry, flowerbeds and classic château views.
Refined garden created for Catherine de Médicis, offering elegant terraces and one of the best perspectives on the château.
Tree-lined maze within the estate, enjoyable for families and visitors seeking a playful walk beyond the main palace route.
Soft, creamy Loire Valley goat’s cheese, often from nearby Touraine. A regional staple prized for its fresh tang and ash-coated rind.
Rillettes from Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. Rich, rustic and closely associated with the wider Touraine area.
A light Loire river fish stew, traditionally using pike-perch or perch with butter, wine and shallots. It reflects classic river cuisine of Touraine.
Refined château restaurant serving seasonal French cuisine in an elegant historic setting close to the gardens.
Established hotel restaurant offering polished regional cooking and a calm dining room in the centre of Chenonceaux.
Traditional restaurant near the château with classic Touraine dishes, local wines and a relaxed bistro feel.
Moderate for the Loire Valley: dining is reasonable, but hotels near Château de Chenonceau can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change for cafés is fine; taxis may be rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Chenonceaux 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 Chenonceaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Chenonceaux trains use the Tours to Chenonceaux station pair. Use this guide to compare Tours and Chenonceaux 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.
Chenonceaux has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Chenonceaux.
Available at Chenonceaux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chenonceaux: Bike Parking.
Nearby hotels include Auberge du Bon Laboureur, Hotel La Roseraie.
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