How to get to Le Mans from Tours

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Compare train and coach for Tours to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. 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 £29, while a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 78 km

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£32

Average Price

£29

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Cheapest

£22

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2h 0m

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Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

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5h 26m

Average total duration

4h 56m

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1h 16m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Tours to Le Mans is a coach with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Le Mans:

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Le Mans costing on average £32.

The fastest way to travel from Tours to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tours and Le Mans including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£10. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 16m 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.

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from Tours to Le Mans

How to get to Le Mans from Tours by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Tours to Le Mans is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER857040
    15:141h02
    Tours station
    16:16Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • TER857040
    15:141h02
    Tours station
    16:16Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • TER857040
    15:141h02
    Tours station
    16:16Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • TER16580
    16:261h02
    Tours station
    17:28Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • TER857006
    8:051h04
    Tours station
    9:09Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • TER857016
    12:131h04
    Tours station
    13:17Le Mans station
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51060 · 52198
    5:007h25
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    12:25Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    £401One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51062 · 88085
    13:506h55
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    20:45Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51060 · 87081
    5:007h25
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    12:25Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    £541One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Le Mans by train

The most popular day trips by train from Le Mans are Paris, Tours, Angers, Nantes and Rennes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Le Mans on Omio.

A view of Paris

Day trip from Le Mans to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Tours

Day trip from Le Mans to Tours by train

Why visit Tours for the day?

Tours is a lively Loire Valley city known for its old quarter, Renaissance heritage and refined local food culture. With Saint-Gatien Cathedral, Place Plumereau and easy access to nearby châteaux, it feels both historic and youthful.

A view of Angers

Day trip from Le Mans to Angers by train

Why visit Angers for the day?

Angers is known for its medieval castle and the Apocalypse Tapestry, yet feels youthful and easy-going. Its old centre, riverside setting and ties to Anjou wine give the city a distinctly Loire character.

A view of Nantes

Day trip from Le Mans to Nantes by train

Why visit Nantes for the day?

Nantes is known for its maritime history, inventive culture and the striking Machines de l'Île. Historic quarters, green spaces and a relaxed Loire-side setting give the city an easy-going character.

A view of Rennes

Day trip from Le Mans to Rennes by train

Why visit Rennes for the day?

Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.

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FAQs: Tours to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tours to Le Mans.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Tours and Le Mans including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Tours to Le Mans is a coach with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Le Mans:

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Le Mans costing on average £32.

The fastest way to travel from Tours to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 26m.

The Tours to Le Mans distance is approximately 78 km.
The average frequency per day from Tours to Le Mans is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Tours and Le Mans as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Tours to Le Mans:
  • Trains mostly depart from Tours station and arrive in Le Mans station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Tours to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités to go to Le Mans by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Le Mans by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Tours to Le Mans:
  • 6 direct trains per day with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Omio customers who travel from Tours to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, La Fleche, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Tours to Le Mans, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Le Mans, you can experience the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets, attend performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces, and enjoy a scenic walk along the Sarthe River. Nature lovers can visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Must-see sights include the Cathédrale Saint-Julien, Cité Plantagenêt, Musée des 24 Heures du Mans, Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and Abbaye de l'Épau.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore the main attractions of Le Mans, including the historic old town, the Le Mans Cathedral, and the renowned 24 Hours of Le Mans museum and circuit.

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