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Paris to Tours Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Tours trains are operated by SNCF Voyageurs, using TGV INOUI on the LGV Atlantique and TER Centre-Val de Loire on the classic line. TGV INOUI services usually depart from Paris Montparnasse and run via Vendome-Villiers-sur-Loir TGV or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps before Tours, while TER services usually depart from Paris Austerlitz and call at stations such as Les Aubrais-Orleans, Blois-Chambord, and Amboise. The rail distance is about 240 km, with the fastest TGV services reaching Tours in about 1 hour 08 minutes and slower TER trains taking around 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. There are typically around 25 to 35 departures per day in one direction when direct Tours trains and Saint-Pierre-des-Corps connections are counted together. One-way fares from Paris to Tours start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance TGV or promotional TER fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for flexible or late-booked tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, July-August, and long weekends in the Loire Valley.

25Jun

Seats

Paris

Tours

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:24

ParisParis Montparnasse

1h 20m

08:44

ToursStation

Direct

OUI 8301

from

7041 USD

1h 20m, Direct

07:24

ParisParis Montparnasse

08:44

ToursStation

from

7041 USD

Direct

OUI 8301

Day trains

12:24

ParisParis Montparnasse

1h 21m

13:45

ToursStation

Direct

OUI 8303

from

8549 USD

1h 21m, Direct

12:24

ParisParis Montparnasse

13:45

ToursStation

from

8549 USD

Direct

OUI 8303

16:39

ParisParis Montparnasse

1h 23m

18:02

ToursStation

Direct

OUI 8313

from

12405 USD

1h 23m, Direct

16:39

ParisParis Montparnasse

18:02

ToursStation

from

12405 USD

Direct

OUI 8313

Evening trains

18:25

ParisParis Montparnasse

1h 19m

19:44

ToursStation

Direct

OUI 8319

from

12405 USD

1h 19m, Direct

18:25

ParisParis Montparnasse

19:44

ToursStation

from

12405 USD

Direct

OUI 8319

19:39

ParisParis Montparnasse

1h 14m

20:53

ToursStation

Direct

OUI 8321

from

5532 USD

1h 14m, Direct

19:39

ParisParis Montparnasse

20:53

ToursStation

from

5532 USD

Direct

OUI 8321

First train

07:24

Last train

20:55

Travel duration

1h 21m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Tours

Ticket price

$29

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Paris to Tours Route Overview

The Paris to Tours route has two useful patterns: fast TGV INOUI trains from Paris Montparnasse to Tours or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, and slower TER trains from Paris Austerlitz through the Loire Valley towns. A distinctive feature is the station split at the Tours end: many high-speed trains stop at Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, 4 km east of Tours Centre, with frequent shuttle trains to Tours station. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, while TER services on this corridor usually use open seating without mandatory seat reservations. Choose a Tours Centre arrival if you are staying in the old town; choose Saint-Pierre-des-Corps if your itinerary continues by TGV toward Bordeaux, Nantes, or western France.

Travel time

1h 21m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 14m

Longest trip

1h 28m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub. TGV INOUI trains to Tours normally leave from Paris Montparnasse, while TER trains for the Loire Valley normally leave from Paris Austerlitz on the Left Bank.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

1h 21m

Tours

Tours is a Loire Valley city known for its medieval old town, Tours Cathedral, and access to chateaux such as Villandry, Chenonceau, and Amboise. Tours Centre station sits near the city core, while Saint-Pierre-des-Corps is the main high-speed interchange just east of Tours.

Tours

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Paris to Tours trains use SNCF TGV INOUI and TER trainsets, each with onboard luggage space. Keep bags labeled and placed where they do not block aisles or doors.

Luggage Allowance

On SNCF TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. TER services on this route follow regional train practice: bring only luggage you can carry and store yourself without obstructing seats, aisles, or vestibules.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags and larger racks near carriage entrances or mid-car areas. TER trains have overhead shelves and limited floor-level space, so large suitcases are easier to manage outside peak commuter times.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments may travel if they fit within SNCF luggage rules and can be stored safely. Fully assembled bicycles require a booked bike space only on trains that offer one, and availability differs between TGV INOUI and TER services.

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Paris to Tours Map

The fastest Paris to Tours trains use the LGV Atlantique southwest from Paris Montparnasse, then branch toward Saint-Pierre-des-Corps and Tours. TER trains from Paris Austerlitz follow the classic Loire route through Les Aubrais-Orleans, Blois-Chambord, Amboise, and Saint-Pierre-des-Corps. The 240 km corridor links the Paris basin with the Loire Valley, passing river towns, vineyards, and chateau country near Blois and Amboise.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 21m

Price from

$29

Departures

143

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 21m

Price from

$42

Departures

Rating

The Paris to Tours train links central Paris with Tours Centre or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps without airport transfers. Buses are often cheaper but usually take about 3 to 4 hours and use coach stations outside the main rail-station flow. Flying is not practical for this short route because there are no regular point-to-point flights suited to Paris-Tours city travel, and airport access would take longer than the train. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on this corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 21m

$29-$117

Bus

Apprx.

3h 30m

$10-$35

Flight

Apprx.

4h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Paris - Tours Route

How fast is the Paris to Tours TGV?

TGV INOUI trains on the Paris to Tours route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Atlantique. Average speed is lower because trains leave the high-speed line for Saint-Pierre-des-Corps and Tours.

Does a rail pass cover Paris to Tours?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains between Paris and Tours, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER trains on this route are usually covered without a mandatory seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Paris to Tours?

One-way Paris to Tours fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance TGV or promotional TER fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for flexible or late-booked tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Paris to Tours?

The fastest TGV INOUI trains take about 1 hour 08 minutes between Paris Montparnasse and Tours or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps. TER services from Paris Austerlitz usually take around 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes, depending on stops.

How do I book Paris to Tours train tickets?

Book Paris to Tours train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, comparing TGV INOUI and TER departures, and selecting the fare and class shown in the search results. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets.

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