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Travel by train from Paris to Tours and arrive in around 1h 52m, or just 1h 8m on the fastest direct TGV INOUI high-speed trains. There are around 19 trains per day running from Paris to Tours, 8 of which are direct.
You’ll be travelling on a high-speed TGV INOUI trains, capable of speeds of up to 200 mph, so the journey doesn’t take long. During that time you can relax in comfortable seating, enjoy free WiFi and snacks and drinks from the bar carriage.
Once you arrive into Tours, the station is centrally located in this university town so you can start exploring straight away. It’s just a 20-minute stroll from the station to Colmar’s beautiful Place Plumereau, where you can sit and relax with a glass of wine.
Ready to book? Start a search for times and tickets in our Journey Planner at the top of the page or keep reading for FAQs about the trip from Paris to Tours by train.
| First train | 06:06 | |
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| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Paris | |
| Arrival station | Tours | |
| Journey time | From 1h 13m | |
| Distance | 127 miles (204 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9.21 | |
| Train and bus operators | ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, Flixbus, Inter 2000, OUIGO, SNCF Voyageurs |
OUIGO is the low-cost brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a plug socket, as not all seats currently have one.
What luggage limits are there? | One piece of hand luggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus. |
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What food and drink is available? | On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.) |
What special assistance is available? | For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart). |
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