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Musée lapidaire du Château Comtal
Museum inside the château presenting archaeological finds, sculpture and interpretation of the citadel’s history. A practical complement to the ramparts visit.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 21 trains that leave Toulouse for Cité de Carcassonne every day 21 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 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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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4663Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £0.93.
Distance: 85 km
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£12 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4651 | On time 6:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 7:27 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876211 | On time 6:53 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h05 | 7:58 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876251 | On time 7:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h00 | 8:16 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
6871 | On time 7:39 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 8:21 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
870601 | 7:50 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 8:56 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876215 | 8:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 9:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4655 | On time 8:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h44 | 9:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876253 | 9:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h00 | 10:19 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876219 | 10:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 11:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4657 | 10:43 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h43 | 11:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876255 | 11:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h00 | 12:18 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876221 | 12:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 13:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4659 | 12:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h44 | 13:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876257 | 13:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h00 | 14:15 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876223 | 14:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 15:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4661 | 14:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 15:27 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876259 | 15:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h01 | 16:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
6873 | 15:44 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 16:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876227 | 16:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 17:20 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4663 | 16:44 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 17:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876207 | 16:48 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h05 | 17:53 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876261 | 17:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h02 | 18:21 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
6875 | 17:41 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h45 | 18:26 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876229 | 17:49 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h12 | 19:01 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
4665 | 18:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0h42 | 19:27 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876233 | 18:50 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h10 | 20:00 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876263 | 19:20 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h02 | 20:22 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876237 | 20:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1h06 | 21:21 Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £0.93 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.93 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Discover the best of Cité de Carcassonne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cité de Carcassonne trip today.
Museum inside the château presenting archaeological finds, sculpture and interpretation of the citadel’s history. A practical complement to the ramparts visit.
Fine arts museum in the bastide with paintings, ceramics and decorative arts. A quieter cultural stop away from the busiest lanes of the citadel.
Small museum in the old city displaying schoolrooms, copybooks and teaching objects. It offers a nostalgic look at everyday education in earlier times.
Lively central square in the citadel lined with historic buildings and terraces. It is a useful meeting point and a good place to absorb the atmosphere.
Central square in Bastide Saint-Louis with a fountain, market activity and regular local life. A pleasant contrast to the more touristic citadel streets.
Pleasant pedestrian area along the Canal du Midi with shade, boats and calm views. A good break from the citadel and a favourite local walking spot.
Slow-cooked white bean and meat stew from the wider Languedoc area, deeply tied to Carcassonne and prized for its rich, rustic flavour.
Gently confit duck leg, often served with cassoulet or potatoes. It is a classic south-west French preparation valued for its tender meat and crisp skin.
Duck gizzards slowly cooked in fat, then served warm in salads. A traditional regional ingredient that reflects the area’s duck-based cuisine.
Polished restaurant in Hotel de la Cité offering refined regional cuisine and a more elegant atmosphere for a leisurely meal.
Traditional restaurant inside the medieval city known for cassoulet and regional dishes in a historic, atmospheric setting.
Established dining room near the château serving south-west French classics, with a refined but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for France: lodging in and near the citadel can be tourist-priced, but casual meals and local buses remain reasonable versus larger French city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne trains use the Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonne station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Cité de Carcassonne 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.
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.
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.
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