- Must visit
Musée des Augustins
Major fine arts museum in a former Augustinian convent, known for medieval sculpture and paintings from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Carmaux to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmaux to Toulouse will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Carmaux for Toulouse on Sat, Jun 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 train as it is the most popular option from Carmaux to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m 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 Carmaux to Toulouse:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carmaux to Toulouse costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 24m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 0m by bus vs 1h 15m by car) and save roughly $10 (€9) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $21 (€17)). 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.
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 liO Occitanie - Tarn | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Carmaux to Toulouse buses for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Carmaux | 1h10 | 3:50 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Carmaux | 1h10 | 4:50 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Carmaux to Toulouse run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:17, the last at 16:40. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 9:17 AM |
Last bus 4:40 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in a former Augustinian convent, known for medieval sculpture and paintings from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century.
Natural history museum with strong collections on biodiversity, prehistory, and earth sciences, popular with both adults and families.
Large science and space museum with rockets, spacecraft exhibits, and interactive displays reflecting Toulouse’s aerospace identity.
Toulouse’s grand central square, surrounded by historic architecture and a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
UNESCO-listed canal ideal for walking and cycling, lined with plane trees and especially popular for relaxed scenic strolls.
Riverside promenade on the Garonne, loved for sunset views, steps by the water, and a lively local atmosphere.
The city’s signature slow-cooked casserole of white beans, Toulouse sausage, duck confit, and pork, emblematic of southwestern French comfort food.
A coarse, garlicky pork sausage traditionally grilled or cooked in cassoulet, and one of the most iconic products of Toulouse.
Duck leg slowly cooked in its own fat until tender, a classic dish across the region and commonly served with potatoes or beans.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant offering refined contemporary cuisine rooted in southwestern ingredients in an upscale setting.
A historic brasserie on Place Du Capitole known for elegant Belle Époque décor and classic Toulouse dishes such as cassoulet and duck specialties.
A long-established traditional restaurant beloved for authentic regional cooking, especially cassoulet, sausages, and hearty southwestern plates.
Moderate by French standards: casual meals and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis are often rounded up; small tips at cafes are optional.
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