1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 24 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Nevers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Nevers will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 trains from Tours to Nevers, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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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860842Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Nevers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, while a coach costs an average of £51.
Distance: 192 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Nevers:
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Tours to Nevers costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Nevers take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 48m.
The journey is about 22m faster (2h 24m by train vs 2h 46m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£36 vs £48). 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 SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, 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 Nevers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
860842 | 6:54 Tours station | 2h29 | 9:23 Nevers station | 0 changesdirect | |
8308+ 4402 | 7:53 Tours station | 2h20 | 10:13 Nevers station | 1 change | |
16840 | 12:05 Tours station | 2h23 | 14:28 Nevers station | 0 changesdirect | |
860840 | 14:04 Tours station | 2h22 | 16:26 Nevers station | 0 changesdirect | |
4406+ 860226 | 16:02 Tours station | 2h34 | 18:36 Nevers station | 1 change | |
860846 | 18:29 Tours station | 2h33 | 21:02 Nevers station | 0 changesdirect | |
860848 | 19:29 Tours station | 2h25 | 21:54 Nevers station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Tours to Nevers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 20:53 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Discover the best of Nevers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nevers trip today.
Museum inside the ducal palace presenting archaeology, fine arts, local history, and faience linked to Nevers.
Specialist museum exploring the city’s ceramics tradition through decorated pieces, techniques, and historical context.
Fine-arts displays in a historic setting, with paintings and sculptures that complement the city’s ducal heritage.
Historic square beside the ducal palace, ideal for admiring civic architecture and starting an old-town walk.
Leafy riverside park on the Loire, popular for walks, open views, and a calmer side of the city.
Charming old quarter of narrow lanes, timbered houses, and quiet corners that reveal Nevers beyond its main sights.
AOC goat’s cheese from nearby Burgundy villages, with a wrinkled rind and fresh tangy flavour. It is a local staple often eaten with bread and regional wine.
Traditional snails cooked in garlic-parsley butter. A Burgundian classic strongly associated with the wider region and commonly served in Nevers restaurants.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red Burgundy wine with bacon, onions and mushrooms. It reflects the region’s wine-based cooking traditions.
Elegant restaurant known for refined French dishes and seasonal produce, with a calmer atmosphere suited to a longer lunch or dinner.
Traditional French restaurant in central Nevers serving regional classics in a warm, unfussy setting popular for reliable local cooking.
Established brasserie-style venue for classic French plates and a relaxed meal near the centre, good for everyday regional dining.
Moderate for France: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up small taxi fares and café bills.
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Gare de Nevers -> Centre-ville, Nevers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Nevers 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 Nevers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Nevers trains use the Tours to Nevers station pair. Use this guide to compare Tours and Nevers 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.
Nevers 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 Bistrot de Chloe, Restaurant Jean-Michel Couron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nevers. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nevers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nevers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nevers: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nevers: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western De Diane, Mercure Nevers Pont de Loire, Hôtel Ibis Nevers.
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