What is the cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Tours?

The cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Tours is to bus which costs €22 - €45 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Tours?

The fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Tours is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Île de Ré and Tours?

No, there is no direct bus from Île de Ré to Tours station. However, there are services departing from Sablanceaux and arriving at Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station via La Rochelle - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Île de Ré to Tours?

The distance between Île de Ré and Tours is 257 km. The road distance is 251.7 km.

How do I travel from Île de Ré to Tours without a car?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Tours without a car is to line 151 bus and train which takes 3h 29m and costs €50 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Île de Ré to Tours?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Île de Ré to Tours, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Tours bus from?

Île de Ré to Tours bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Île de Ré to Tours bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Tours bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station.

Can I drive from Île de Ré to Tours?

Yes, the driving distance between Île de Ré to Tours is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Île de Ré to Tours.

Where can I stay near Tours?

There are 403+ hotels available in Tours.

Île de Ré to Tours - 3 ways to travel via train, line 151 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Île de Ré to Tours by bus, train, or car

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Line 151 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sablanceaux to Gare routièrebus 151 / ...
2. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
3h 29m
€52–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Tours - Vaucanson Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 17m
€22–42
Drive 251.7 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Tourscar 251.7 km
2h 35m
€40–57

Île de Ré to Tours by bus, foot, and train

37Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.4 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Île de Ré, France and Tours, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 3h 40m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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