- Must visit
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 on 17 Sept
£536
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£542
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
15 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
22 h 8 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
1412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Toulouse will cost around £542 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £536.
To travel from Edinburgh to Toulouse you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £118 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £118, while a train costs an average of £543.
Distance: 1412 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£543 Average Price | £156 Average Price | £118 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 43m Average total duration 22h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 33h 15m Average total duration 32h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Toulouse:
A coach is £38 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Toulouse costing on average £156.
A coach is £425 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Toulouse costing on average £543.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 13m.
Coach takes on average 32h 45m.
Tickets start at around £543 compared to roughly £213 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-330.16. The journey takes 22h 13m versus 18h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Toulouse trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Edinburgh | 25h20 | 16:20 Toulouse | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
![]() | 6:30 Edinburgh | 15h51 | 22:21 Toulouse | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:00 Edinburgh | 25h12 | 9:12 Toulouse | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Toulouse run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £536 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 1412 km distance in 15h 51m.
Distance 1412 km |
Average train duration 22h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £536 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 51m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 15:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Art museum inside Hôtel d'Assézat, showing paintings, bronzes and decorative arts in an elegant Renaissance setting near the river.
Museum of Toulouse history in a former convent. Its Romanesque cloister, medieval sculpture and gardens make it one of the city's most atmospheric visits.
Main central square framed by brick facades and arcades. It is the city's social hub for architecture, events and easy access to nearby streets.
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.
Slow-cooked white bean casserole with Toulouse sausage, duck confit and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish from south-west France.
Coarse fresh pork sausage, traditionally seasoned simply and central to Toulouse cooking, especially in cassoulet and grilled bistro dishes.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, a hallmark of south-west French cuisine often served with potatoes or cassoulet.
Historic brasserie famed for cassoulet and classic south-west dishes in a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Traditional Toulouse address known for hearty cassoulet, duck dishes and a warm old-school bistro atmosphere.
Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau -> Place du Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

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