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

The cheapest way to get from Tours to Île de Ré is to bus which costs €23 - €45 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tours to Île de Ré is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €35 - €60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Tours station to Île de Ré. However, there are services departing from Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station and arriving at Sablanceaux via Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Tours to Île de Ré?

The distance between Tours and Île de Ré is 262 km. The road distance is 253 km.

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

The best way to get from Tours to Île de Ré without a car is to train and line 151 bus which takes 3h 5m and costs €50 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Tours to Île de Ré, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Tours to Île de Ré bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tours to Île de Ré?

Yes, the driving distance between Tours to Île de Ré is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Tours to Île de Ré.

Where can I stay near Île de Ré?

There are 449+ hotels available in Île de Ré.

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

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

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Train, line 151 bus
best
1. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from Gare routière to Sablanceauxbus 151 / ...
3h 5m
€55–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 38m
€24–40
Drive 253 km
1. Drive from Tours to La Flottecar 253 km
2h 33m
€40–57

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

32Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.6 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station to La Rochelle - 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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