What is the cheapest way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Rouen and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Rouen to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop and arriving at Saumur - North via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station and Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rouen and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Rouen to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Rouen Rive Droite and arriving at Saumur via Massy TGV. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Rouen to Loire Valley?

The distance between Rouen and Loire Valley is 424 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

How do I travel from Rouen to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley without a car is to train via Antony which takes 4h 15m and costs €95 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Rouen to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Rouen to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rouen to Loire Valley bus from?

Rouen to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rouen to Loire Valley train from?

Rouen to Loire Valley train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Rouen Rive Droite station.

Train or bus from Rouen to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Rouen to Loire Valley is to train via Antony which takes 4h 15m and costs €95 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Rouen to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Rouen to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Rouen to Loire Valley train arrive?

Rouen to Loire Valley train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Massy - Palaiseau station.

Can I drive from Rouen to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rouen to Loire Valley is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Rouen to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 874+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

Rouen to Loire Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rouen to Loire Valley by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train via Antony
best
1. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Massy - Palaiseautrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy TGV to Saumurtrain 081B
4h 15m
€95–162
Drive 298.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rouen to Loire Valleycar 298.6 km
3h 37m
€47–68
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Tours - Vaucanson Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station to Saumur - Northbus
8h 43m
€69–106
Train
1. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Mezidontrain Ter
2. Take the train from Mezidon to Tourstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Tours to Port Boulettrain Ter
7h 6m
€89–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop to Angers - Bus Station Esplanadebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzacbus 404 / ...
9h 8m
€62–90

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Distance: 424.2 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Rouen, France and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from Rouen Rive Droite to Loire Valley via Massy - Palaiseau, Massy TGV, and Saumur in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rouen - Avenue Champlain Bus Stop to Loire Valley via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station, Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station, and Saumur - North in around 8h 43m.

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