Every summer, the Tour de France captivates the world with its showcase of the top road cyclists. This year promises an unparalleled season as the men’s and women’s races deliver new challenges. For U.S. viewers, NBC Sports will broadcast extensive TV coverage of both races across Peacock and NBC.
The men’s Tour de France puts rubber to pavement, starting on Saturday, July 5, and culminating in Paris on July 27. During that final weekend, the Tour de France Femmes will begin its fourth edition on Saturday, July 26, before finishing on August 3. Whether you’re a casual Tour de France fan or a diehard UCI World Tour follower, you won’t want to miss either race.
My top recommendation for complete viewing is Peacock. It carries every stage live and on demand, plus other cycling events like the Vuelta a España. But before I dig too deep into Peacock, let’s take a closer look at how to watch the Tour de France on TV, including channel listings and the complete TV schedule.
What channel shows the Tour de France?
You can watch the Tour de France on NBC and Peacock, with CNBC showing live portions of the Tour de France Femmes. You’ll get the most live coverage from Peacock because it streams every stage of the men’s and women’s races, plus daily pre- and post-race shows during the men’s event.
Meanwhile, NBC offers live portions of the men’s first and final Saturday stages. It’ll also broadcast encores of Stages 2, 15, 20, and 21.
2025 Tour de France TV schedule
The Grand Départ of the 2025 Tour de France takes place on July 5 in the northern French city of Lille, setting the stage for 21 days of unparalleled racing. The demanding route will test riders across a mix of flat, undulating, and mountainous terrain. Two crucial rest days break up the action on July 15 and 21 before the peloton makes its triumphant way to the historic Champs-Élysées in Paris.
To follow every kilometer of this epic journey across France, visit the official route map to see how this year’s various stages piece together. You’ll also find the complete Tour de France U.S. TV schedule below.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Lille to Lille | Saturday, July 5 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock, NBC |
| 2: Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-sur-Mer | Sunday, July 6 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 3: Valenciennes to Dunkirk | Monday, July 7 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4: Amiens to Rouen | Tuesday, July 8 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5: Caen to Caen | Wednesday, July 9 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6: Bayeux to Vire Normandie | Thursday, July 10 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7: Saint-Malo to Mûr-de-Bretagne Guerlédan | Friday, July 11 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 8: Saint-Méen-le-Grand to Laval | Saturday, July 12 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 9: Chinon to Châteauroux | Sunday, July 13 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 10: Ennezat to Mont-Dore | Monday, July 14 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 11: Toulouse to Toulouse | Wednesday, July 16 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 12: Auch to Hautacam | Thursday, July 17 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 13: Loudenvielle to Peyragudes | Friday, July 18 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 14: Pau to Luchon-Superbagnères | Saturday, July 19 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 15: Muret to Carcassonne | Sunday, July 20 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 16: Montpellier to Mont Ventoux | Tuesday, July 22 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 17: Bollène to Valence | Wednesday, July 23 | 7:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 18: Vif to Courchevel (Col de la Loze) | Thursday, July 24 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 19: Albertville to La Plagne | Friday, July 25 | 7:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 20: Nantua to Pontarlier | Saturday, July 26 | 6:00 a.m. | Peacock, NBC |
| 21: Mantes-la-Ville to Paris (Champs-Élysées) | Sunday, July 27 | 9:30 a.m. | Peacock |
Data effective as of post date. Race times include Peacock’s live Tour de France Pre-Race Show coverage.
2025 Tour de France Femmes schedule
The 2025 Tour de France Femmes starts on Saturday, July 26, overlapping with the final two days of the men’s race. This fourth installment of the women’s Tour de France will span nine grueling days, making it the longest edition yet. It all begins in Brittany before heading east across France towards two decisive mountain stages a week later in the Alps.
Below is the Tour de France Femmes TV schedule, complete with U.S. start times and channel listings. I also recommend checking out the official route map for a detailed look at each stage and elevation profile.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Vannes to Plumelec | Saturday, July 26 | 11:15 a.m. | Peacock |
| 2: Brest to Quimper | Sunday, July 27 | 7:00 a.m. | Peacock |
| 3: La Gacilly to Angers | Monday, July 28 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4: Saumur to Poitiers | Tuesday, July 29 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5: Chasseneuil-du-Poitou (Futuroscope) to Guéret | Wednesday, July 30 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6: Clermont-Ferrand to Ambert | Thursday, July 31 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7: Bourg-en-Bresse to Chambéry | Friday, Aug. 1 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 8: Chambéry to Saint François Longchamp (Col de la Madeleine) | Saturday, Aug. 2 | 7:40 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 9: Praz-sur-Arly to Châtel (Les Porte des Soleil) | Sunday, Aug. 3 | 9:15 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
Data effective as of post date. CNBC coverage during Stages 8 and 9 will begin at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. ET, respectively.
Best Tour de France TV plans
A Peacock subscription is the best way to watch the Tour de France. Starting at $7.99 a month, the streaming service provides live and on-demand access to every stage of the men’s and women’s races.
Beyond the live action, Peacock also includes daily editions of the Tour de France Pre-Race Show and race highlights. During the men’s competition, you’ll also get the insightful post-race show THEMOVE, hosted by former cyclists Lance Armstrong and George Hincapie.
If you’re only interested in Le Tour, you can cancel your Peacock subscription after the final stage. Otherwise, the service’s cycling coverage doesn’t stop there. Peacock hosts the Liège–Bastogne–Liège, Critérium du Dauphiné, Vuelta a España, and Paris–Tours. It’s also home to the Paris Olympics, which features road race and track cycling events every four years.
Fan verdict: I’ll be watching the 2025 Tour de France on Peacock because it’s the only platform in the U.S. that provides live coverage of every stage. This exclusivity is crucial for dedicated fans who want to experience the race in its entirety. Peacock also offers the advantage of full-stage replays, which is especially important because of the race’s early start times.
Which TV providers carry the Tour de France?
Besides Peacock, most TV services carry Tour de France coverage via NBC. I created the table below to illustrate which popular providers offer the broadcast network.
| Provider | Price | NBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $71.00–$162.00/mo. | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read Stream with DIRECTV review |
| DISH | $96.99–$126.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Philo | $28.00/mo. | — |
View Plans for Philo Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | $19.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$110.00/mo. | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $35.00–$90.00/mo. | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date.
*Available in select markets.
How can I watch the Tour de France for free?
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The most convenient way to watch the Tour de France for free is on the NBC Sports NOW channel, available on platforms like The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, and Xumo. After each stage, the channel will stream one-hour daily recaps and nightly episodes of Tour de France: Beyond the Podium.
Another free option is to use an over-the-air (OTA) antenna to pick up your local NBC station. Unfortunately, NBC doesn’t show a lot of live race coverage—only a couple of Saturday presentations. But it never hurts to have an antenna in your TV setup.
If you don’t have an antenna, most cost between $20.00 and $60.00. I often recommend the Mohu Leaf 50 for its 60-mile range and slim design. But you’ll want to verify the distance between your house and the nearest NBC station by entering your zip code into the FCC’s Reception Map Tool. That’ll help determine if you need a more robust antenna, which my colleague Randy Harward highlights in his Best OTA Antennas guide.
Can I stream the Tour de France for free? You can watch select Tour de France stages for free using a live TV streaming trial. Otherwise, besides NBC Sports NOW, free race recaps are available on NBC Sports’ YouTube channel.
How to watch the Tour de France FAQ
Can you watch the Tour de France on NBC?
Yes, some Tour de France coverage airs on NBC. But you’ll want a Peacock Premium subscription to watch every stage from start to finish.
How can I watch today’s Tour de France stage?
If today’s date is between July 5 and 27, you can watch the current Tour de France stage live and on demand via Peacock. Check out our complete Tour de France 2025 schedule for race start times and channel listings.
Does Peacock include the Tour de France world feed?
No, Peacock won’t likely stream the Tour de France world feed in 2025. While the service carried the world feed in 2023, subscribers will only get NBC Sports-produced coverage this year. That means you’re stuck with play-by-play caller Phil Liggett, analyst Bob Roll, and reporters Steve Porino and Christian Vande Velde. You can work around this by using a VPN set to Canada and signing up for FloBikes, which features Eurosport’s coverage with commentators Anthony McCrossan and Nicolas Roche.
Is every cycling Grand Tour race on NBC?
No, not every race in the Grand Tour of Cycling airs on NBC. While NBC Sports channels and platforms televise the Tour de France and Vuelta a España, the Giro d’Italia streams on HBO Max.
What cycling events are on Peacock?
Popular cycling events featured on Peacock include the Tour de France, Vuelta a España, and Olympic cycling. Other major UCI World Tour races like the Giro d’Italia, Milan–San Remo, and Tour of Flanders stream on services like FloBikes and HBO Max.
Is there an official Tour de France app?
Yes, you can download the official Tour de France mobile app on your Android or iOS device to heighten your viewing experience for La Grande Boucle. The app is free and comes with course maps, real-time stats, and live commentary.
Why you should trust us
I initially wrote this Tour de France viewing guide in 2023, having been an avid follower of the La Grande Boucle since childhood. This guide is the result of annual broadcast research and TV provider testing to identify the best ways U.S. viewers can watch the men’s and women’s races. Each year, I reexamine which channels and platforms carry every stage. I then refine my viewing recommendations based on race coverage, pricing, and ease of use.
Check out CableTV.com’s How We Rank page to learn more about the site’s methods.
Disclaimer
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