- Must visit
Musée Crozatier
The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 6 buses that leave Toulouse for Le Puy-en-Velay on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€72 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price | €76 Average price | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay costing on average €76.
A bus is €4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay costing on average €76.
Other travel options to Le Puy-en-Velay take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 31m.
Bus takes on average 6h 56m.
You'll arrive about -3h -17m sooner (6h 56m by bus vs 4h 39m by car) and save roughly €-19.03 compared to fuel and tolls (€72 vs €53). 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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 10h37 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 PM Toulouse | 4h50 | 10:20 PM Le Puy-en-Velay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Toulouse | 3h50 | 11:20 AM Le Puy-en-Velay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Toulouse | 4h50 | 1:50 PM Le Puy-en-Velay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Toulouse | 4h40 | 3:40 PM Le Puy-en-Velay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €40 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Le Puy-en-Velay — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Le Puy-en-Velay trip today.
The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
Hands-on lace museum presenting Le Puy's famous textile craft through tools, demonstrations, and regional heritage.
Exhibition venue dedicated to lace arts, showing technical skill and contemporary creativity tied to local identity.
Historic upper-town district of lanes and stairs around the cathedral, rich in pilgrimage character and old stone houses.
Main old-town square framed by historic buildings and cathedral approaches, ideal for soaking up the city's atmosphere.
Lively central square and market area with classic views toward the old town and easy access to major sights.
Small green lentils grown on volcanic soils around Le Puy. Prized for their nutty flavor and thin skin, they are a signature local ingredient with AOP status.
Traditional lentil stew or side dish made with Le Puy green lentils, often served with sausages or pork. It is a staple of local home-style cooking.
Hearty regional sausage, usually pork-based, commonly eaten with Le Puy lentils. It reflects the rustic mountain cooking of Haute-Loire.
Refined hotel restaurant with an elegant atmosphere and modern French cooking that highlights local ingredients from Haute-Loire and Auvergne.
Traditional local restaurant serving Auvergne specialties in a casual setting. A good choice for lentil dishes, meats, and regional products.
Established brasserie near the cathedral, known for regional dishes, lentils, and a classic dining room with a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for France: lodging is often cheaper than major cities, while dining is mid-range and local transit needs are limited in the compact center.
Service is usually included in France. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes may get small change.
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Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal) -> Place du Plot, Le Puy-en-Velay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Le Puy-en-Velay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Toulouse to Le Puy-en-Velay buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal) station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Le Puy-en-Velay bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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