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How to travel from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges? Look no further.
There are around 7 trains per day running between La Charité-sur-Loire and Bourges, which usually take 2 hours 49 minutes to complete the 30 miles (49 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 28 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bourges from La Charité-sur-Loire, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. You can reach Bourges by travelling on an SNCF service – the main train operator in France. You'll be travelling on either a TER or Intercités train during your journey, both of which offer comfortable seating and space for luggage.
You can save money on train tickets from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £16.10. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges by train
It takes an average of 2h 49m to travel from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges by train, over a distance of around 30 miles (49 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges and tickets for this journey start from £16.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:11 | |
| Departure station | La Charité-sur-Loire | |
| Arrival station | Bourges | |
| Journey time | From 1h 28m | |
| Distance | 30 miles (49 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £16.10 | |
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SNCF trains from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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Cheap train tickets from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from La Charité-sur-Loire to Bourges by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.