- 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 23 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 22 m
Trains on 23 Sept
5
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irun to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irun to Toulouse will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 5 trains from Irun to Toulouse, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 36 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.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Irun to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £582.
Distance: 263 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £582 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Irun to Toulouse:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Irun to Toulouse costing on average £56.
A coach is £550 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Irun to Toulouse costing on average £582.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Coach takes on average 6h 8m.
Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £20. The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 17m 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités.
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 Irun to Toulouse trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:21 Irun | 4h05 | 12:26 Toulouse | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:21 Irun | 4h05 | 13:26 Toulouse | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:54 Irun | 4h32 | 18:26 Toulouse | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:53 Irun | 4h36 | 19:29 Toulouse | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:54 Irun | 4h32 | 19:26 Toulouse | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Irun to Toulouse run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 19:22 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
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 Irun 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 Irun to Toulouse trains use the Hendaye to Toulouse Matabiau station pair. Use this guide to compare Irun and Toulouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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