Tours, Centre to Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes from $19: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• On your train journey from Tours to Clermont-Ferrand, you will primarily be traveling with SNCF, which provides catering services on board. Expect a snack bar offering a selection of beverages, sandwiches, and pastries. If you're traveling in First Class, you might enjoy complimentary refreshments or more extensive meal options depending on the time of day.

• The trains on this route typically offer three seating classes: First Class (Première Classe), Business Class (Affaires), and Economy Class (Seconde Classe). First Class provides more spacious seating and quieter train cars, while Economy Class is more budget-friendly with standard seating less reclined. Make sure to check availability when booking, as Business Class may not always be available on every service.

• For your train trip, you will be traveling with SNCF (sncf.com) and potentially other regional operators. Be sure to check their respective websites for timetables and to book tickets in advance if necessary. Additionally, you might find useful information about local transport schedules at the Clermont-Ferrand transit authority site, (t2c.fr)

• Upon your arrival at Clermont-Ferrand station (Les Salins), familiarize yourself with the local tram and bus connections as the station offers easy access to the city; looking for the 'Puy-de-Dôme' tram line will help you navigate towards main attractions like the historic Place de Jaude.