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Musée Goya
The city’s leading museum, noted for Goya and Hispanic art. It is housed in the former bishop’s palace with views over the formal garden.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lavaur to Castres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lavaur to Castres will cost around £1 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 1 trains from Lavaur to Castres, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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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Trains from Lavaur to Castres run on average 8 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 28m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 21:28 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
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The table below shows live departures for Lavaur to Castres trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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872402 | 8:33 Lavaur | 0h30 | 9:03 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872478 | 9:38 Lavaur | 0h30 | 10:08 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872404 | 12:22 Lavaur | 0h29 | 12:51 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872406 | 14:20 Lavaur | 0h30 | 14:50 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872408 | 16:24 Lavaur | 0h32 | 16:56 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872410 | 17:20 Lavaur | 0h29 | 17:49 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872412 | 17:58 Lavaur | 0h34 | 18:32 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872414 | 18:25 Lavaur | 0h29 | 18:54 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872416 | 19:30 Lavaur | 0h29 | 19:59 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
872418 | 21:26 Lavaur | 0h31 | 21:57 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
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The city’s leading museum, noted for Goya and Hispanic art. It is housed in the former bishop’s palace with views over the formal garden.
Museum dedicated to Jean Jaurès, the politician born in Castres. It presents his life, ideas and the wider social history of France.
Contemporary exhibition space in central Castres, often hosting temporary art and heritage displays. A good option for a current local cultural stop.
The emblematic riverside houses on the Agout are Castres’s best-known scene. Walk here for reflections, photos and the town’s distinctive character.
The main central square, lined with arcades and historic façades. It is a practical base for exploring the old town on foot.
A pleasant riverside promenade in the centre, ideal for an easy walk with views of bridges, gardens and the old houses along the Agout.
A hearty stew of white beans with pork, duck confit and sausage. A staple of south-west France, strongly associated with Tarn and nearby Castelnaudary.
Slow-cooked pork sausage from the Lacaune mountains, often grilled or served with lentils. It is a regional charcuterie classic in the Tarn area.
Dry-cured mountain ham from nearby Lacaune, prized for its long maturation and protected regional tradition. Common on local charcuterie boards.
Elegant restaurant in central Castres serving refined south-west French cuisine in a calm, polished setting.
Well-known bistro close to the historic centre, appreciated for seasonal French dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant with regional cooking, grilled meats and generous portions in a friendly, unfussy setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major tourist cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Most Lavaur to Castres trains use the Lavaur to Gare De Castres station pair. Use this guide to compare Lavaur and Castres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lavaur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Calcio, La Table de Serviès
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lavaur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lavaur.
Available at Lavaur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lavaur: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavaur: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Toulouse Lavaur, Hotel Les Pasteliers, Hotel Le Cocagne.
Gare De Castres is 1 km from Castres city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Gare De Castres has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare De Castres.
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