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How to get from Lyon to Tours?

Planning to travel to Lyon from Tours and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Lyon to Tours, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Lyon and Tours, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (SNCF, Blablacar, FlixBus or Isilines), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Lyon to Tours, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Lyon Tours trip.

For your trip from Lyon to Tours, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Lyon to Tours

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Lyon to Tours, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Lyon to Tours train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Lyon Tours train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Lyon Tours

Carpooling from Lyon to Tours is perfect if you want to travel to Tours in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Lyon or Tours.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Lyon to Tours transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Lyon Tours Travel Information

Departure city
Lyon
France
Rhône-Alpes
Destination city
Tours
France
Centre-Val de Loire
Distance
227 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus, train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Lyon to Tours easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Lyon to Tours easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Lyon and Tours that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SNCF, Blablacar, FlixBus or Isilines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Lyon and Tours with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Lyon and Tours

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Lyon to Tours?
Speed Lyon to Tours trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Comfort Trains between Lyon and Tours generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Flexibility Lyon Tours train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Lyon Tours train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Lyon to Tours?
Flexible Carpooling from Lyon to Tours is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Friendliness Carpooling from Lyon to Tours is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Lyon Tours trip. He is not always on time.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Lyon to Tours?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Lyon and Tours, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Lyon and Tours are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Lyon to Tours are mostly much slower than trains to Tours to cover the 227 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Lyon-Tours buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

Where to start from in Lyon? Where do I arrive in Tours?

Lyon Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Lyon

Lyon-Perrache
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Lyon-Part-Dieu
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Tours arrival bus stations

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Tours Arrival Stations

Tours
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Bus Lyon Tours

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Lyon-Tours varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Lyon-Tours bus prices on Vivanoda.

The frequency of departures to Lyon from Tours varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Tours, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Lyon-Tours bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Lyon-Tours bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Lyon Tours

FlixBus
FlixBus
Isilines
Isilines
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Trains Lyon Tours

To get the best train fares between Lyon and Tours, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Lyon to Tours. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Lyon to Tours at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Lyon to Tours that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies between Lyon and Tours

SNCF
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Carpool Lyon Tours

The number of seats available in a carpool from Lyon to Tours depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Lyon to Tours depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Lyon-Tours, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Lyon and Tours also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Lyon Tours trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Lyon Tours

Blablacar
Blablacar
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