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Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
Although primarily a monument, the castle complex includes museum-style interpretation on the fortress and restoration history. It is one of the city's essential heritage experiences.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 4 buses that leave Toulouse for Cité de Carcassonne on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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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FlixBusOmio 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 bus 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 bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Cité de Carcassonne take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $31 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1h35 | 1:05 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
3133 | 5:20 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1h30 | 6:50 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1h15 | 9:40 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1h50 | 11:25 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Carcassonne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carcassonne trip today.
Although primarily a monument, the castle complex includes museum-style interpretation on the fortress and restoration history. It is one of the city's essential heritage experiences.
Fine arts museum in the Bastide with paintings, ceramics and decorative arts from the 17th century onward. A good choice for visitors wanting a quieter cultural stop beyond the medieval citadel.
Small museum inside the Cité presenting a recreated historic classroom and school materials. It is a niche but charming stop for families and visitors interested in everyday local history.
The open space between the inner and outer ramparts, offering a strong sense of the city's defensive design. Walking here is one of the best ways to appreciate the fortress at ground level.
Riverside walking area around the old bridge with some of the finest views back to the medieval walls. Especially popular for sunset photos and social-media-friendly panoramas.
The lower town laid out in a grid, with shops, squares and a more local rhythm than the medieval citadel. It is ideal for seeing everyday Carcassonne beyond the UNESCO headline site.
The city’s signature dish: slow-cooked white beans with duck confit, pork, and sausage, traditionally baked until richly caramelized.
Air-cured mountain ham from the nearby Montagne Noire, prized in the region for its deep flavor and traditional charcuterie methods.
Duck leg slowly cooked in its own fat until tender, a classic dish across southwest France and common on Carcassonne menus.
Established bistro-style restaurant appreciated for hearty local cooking, friendly service, and dependable southwestern French specialties.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant in the Hôtel de la Cité, known for refined regional cuisine and a formal setting within the medieval city.
Well-known restaurant inside the Cité serving polished southwest French classics, especially cassoulet, in a historic stone-vaulted atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than Paris and the Riviera. Lodging varies by season, while casual dining and coffee are reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxis; tips are not expected for counter service.
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Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie -> Gare de Carcassonne
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