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Cité de l'espace
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 15 trains that leave Cité de Carcassonne for Toulouse every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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86970Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £0.90.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse trains for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86970 | On time 15:43 Carcassonne | 0h59 | 16:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
86974 | On time 17:34 Carcassonne | 1h02 | 18:36 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
4766 | 20:33 Carcassonne | 0h46 | 21:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876236 | 20:43 Carcassonne | 0h57 | 21:40 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
6825 | 21:37 Carcassonne | 0h42 | 22:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876238 | 21:45 Carcassonne | 1h00 | 22:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 August | |||||
876218 | 8:43 Carcassonne | 1h04 | 9:47 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876252 | 9:41 Carcassonne | 0h59 | 10:40 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
6821 | 10:10 Carcassonne | 0h42 | 10:52 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876254 | 11:51 Carcassonne | 1h02 | 12:53 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876222 | 12:41 Carcassonne | 1h01 | 13:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
6823 | 13:34 Carcassonne | 0h42 | 14:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
876256 | 13:40 Carcassonne | 1h01 | 14:41 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse run on average 13 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £0.92 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 42m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.92 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
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Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
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Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau -> Place du Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cité de Carcassonne to Toulouse trains use the Carcassonne to Toulouse Matabiau station pair, with some services arriving at Montaudran. Use this guide to compare Cité de Carcassonne and Toulouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carcassonne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
Toulouse Matabiau is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse Matabiau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Canteen & Bowl, PAUL, Starbucks, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are the ATM is located in the connecting corridor between Hall 1 and Hall 2 opposite Relay.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:15 - 19:40, Sat: 08:15 - 18:40, Sun: 09:35 - 19:40. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is service provided by Grand Hôtel d'Orléans, located opposite the station. Fixed pricing per piece of baggage: small baggage: €5.50, medium baggage: €7.50, large baggage: €9.50.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse Matabiau: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Disabled Passenger Assistance Service (PSH / PMR). Access Train liO can be reached at +33 0800313131.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mermoz, Best Western Hotel Innes by HappyCulture, Appart Hotel Clement Ader.
Montaudran is 4 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Montaudran has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montaudran.
Gare de Saint-Agne is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint-Agne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
ATMs are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Parking, WC.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
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