Air Travel with Stopover
- Transport Mode: Airplane
- Companies: Air France, TAP Air Portugal
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours (including a 1-hour layover)
- Distance: 1,350 kilometers (839 miles)
- Costs: Approximately €120 - €250 (round trip depending on the season and booking time)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Check for late evening or early morning flights that often offer lower fares, and look for “multi-city” options to optimize costs.
To ensure a comfortable trip, pre-book your tickets well in advance and consider using the Air France app for check-in and updated flight information.
Train and Bus Combination
- Transport Mode: Train and Bus
- Companies: SNCF (French National Railway) and Rede Expressos
- Duration: Approximately 20 hours (includes transfer times)
- Distance: 1,600 kilometers (994 miles)
- Costs: Approximately €80 - €150 (total for both train and bus tickets)
- Roads/Routes: Take A10 from Tours to Paris, then head to the bus station for Rede Expressos to Aveiro.
Pro Tip: Book your train tickets in advance through the SNCF website, and consider traveling overnight to save on both time and accommodation costs.
This option is perfect for travelers who enjoy scenic views and the slower pace of travel. Plan for meal breaks during your transfer.
Car Rental Road Trip
- Transport Mode: Car
- Companies: Hertz, Europcar, Avis
- Duration: Approximately 15 hours (non-stop drive)
- Distance: About 1,300 kilometers (808 miles)
- Costs: Around €150 for rental plus fuel costs (approximately €150 for petrol), total around €300
- Roads/Routes: Follow A10 from Tours to Bordeaux, then take A62 and A1 to reach Aveiro.
Pro Tip: Download offline maps to navigate without relying on mobile data and for better route options including fuel stations and rest stops.
Driving provides freedom and flexibility to explore hidden gems along the way. Plan for rest stops and local attractions for a richer experience.