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How to get from Saint-Etienne to Tours?

Are you planning to travel to Tours from Saint-Etienne and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Saint-Etienne to Tours, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Saint-Etienne and Tours, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

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

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Saint-Etienne and Tours, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Saint-Etienne Tours trip.

For your trip from Saint-Etienne to Tours, you have several transport options

Saint-Etienne to Tours bus

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

Saint-Etienne to Tours train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Saint-Etienne Tours train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Saint-Etienne Tours

Carpooling between Saint-Etienne and Tours is perfect if you want to travel to Tours in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Saint-Etienne or Tours.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Saint-Etienne to Tours transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Saint-Etienne Tours

City of departure
Saint-Etienne
France
Rhône-Alpes
Destination city
Tours
France
Centre-Val de Loire
Distance
222 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by coach, train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Saint-Etienne to Tours easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as 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 the tickets between Saint-Etienne and Tours that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as SNCF, Isilines, Blablabus, FlixBus or Blablacar to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Saint-Etienne and Tours with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Saint-Etienne and Tours

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Saint-Etienne to Tours?
Environmentally friendly The Saint-Etienne-Tours train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Speed Saint-Etienne to Tours trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Saint-Etienne Tours train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Saint-Etienne Tours train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Saint-Etienne to Tours?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Saint-Etienne and Tours, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Saint-Etienne to Tours are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Tours (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Saint-Etienne-Tours buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Saint-Etienne to Tours are usually much slower than trains to Tours to cover the 222 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Saint-Etienne to Tours?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Saint-Etienne to Tours.
Economical Carpooling from Saint-Etienne to Tours is often the most economical way to travel.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Saint-Etienne to Tours.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Saint-Etienne to Tours can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

Where to start from in Saint-Etienne? Where do I arrive in Tours?

Saint-Etienne departure bus stations

Saint Etienne
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Saint-Etienne Departure Stations

St-Étienne-Châteaucreux
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St-Étienne-Bellevue
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Tours arrival coach stations

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Tours Arrival Stations

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coach Saint-Etienne Tours

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Saint-Etienne-Tours coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Most buses between Saint-Etienne and Tours are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Saint-Etienne-Tours route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Saint-Etienne to Tours on Vivanoda.

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

Bus companies Saint-Etienne Tours

Isilines
Isilines
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ALSA
ALSA
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Trains Saint-Etienne Tours

Train tickets from Saint-Etienne to Tours can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

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

To get the best deals on train tickets between Saint-Etienne and Tours, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with the timetable and compare the ticket prices with Vivanoda.

The average train journey time from Saint-Etienne to Tours depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Tours are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies from Saint-Etienne to Tours

SNCF
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Carpool Saint-Etienne Tours

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

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

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Saint-Etienne and Tours, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Saint-Etienne Tours

Blablacar
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