- Must visit
Musée Labenche
Brive’s main art and history museum, housed in a Renaissance townhouse. Known for regional archaeology, decorative arts, and exhibits on local heritage.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aurillac to Brive-la-Gaillarde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aurillac to Brive-la-Gaillarde:
A train is $1 (€0.92) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Aurillac to Brive-la-Gaillarde costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Brive-la-Gaillarde take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 53m.
You'll arrive about -1h -17m sooner (1h 53m by bus vs 1h 36m by car) and save roughly $-6.93 (€-5.67) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, SNCF Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:43PM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
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Buses from Aurillac to Brive-la-Gaillarde run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:41, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 43m |
First bus 5:41 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Brive’s main art and history museum, housed in a Renaissance townhouse. Known for regional archaeology, decorative arts, and exhibits on local heritage.
Museum and research center dedicated to Edmond Michelet, the French Resistance, deportation, and 20th-century history. A meaningful local memorial site.
Name often used for the collections presented at Musée Labenche, covering art, archaeology, and the history of Brive and Corrèze.
Historic square around the collegiate church, one of the best places to feel the old-town character of Brive-la-Gaillarde.
Area around the famous market halls and fairground spaces, especially lively on market days and popular with visitors seeking local atmosphere.
The old center’s network of lanes, small squares, and stone buildings is the best area for a general heritage stroll.
Duck or goose liver prepared as a terrine or pan-seared. It is a signature luxury product of the wider South-West, often served during festive meals.
Duck breast, usually grilled or pan-roasted, often served pink. It is one of the emblematic meat dishes of South-West France and common in Corrèze restaurants.
Duck leg slowly cooked in its own fat until tender. A classic regional specialty prized for its rich flavor and traditional farmhouse preparation.
Michelin-recognized fine dining restaurant offering elegant South-West inspired cuisine, polished service, and an upscale atmosphere for a special meal.
Well-regarded contemporary French restaurant in Brive-la-Gaillarde, known for careful plating, seasonal products, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere.
Established traditional address serving regional French cuisine with a classic bistro feel. A good choice for local specialties in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for France. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels can rise in peak travel periods.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafés is appreciated; 5-10% for great restaurant service is optional. Round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest) -> Brive-la-Gaillarde Station
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