Montauban station (Train Station): Departures and guide

Travel from Montauban city center to train station Montauban Ville Bourbon

With its perfectly preserved fortifications (along with the cannon scars caused during the Hundred Years War), Montauban is one of the highlights of south-western France. Offering fascinating historical attractions, access to the beautiful Tarn valley, and local delicacies ranging from foie gras to cabecou goats cheese, the city is always a popular tourist destination. And when travelers sample all of the attractions the city possesses, there's a good chance they will need to pass through the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon. So what is the best route to the station from Montauban city center, and other major local destinations?

What is the best way to the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon from Montauban city center?

The historic center of Montauban lies on the eastern side of a bend in the River Tarn, and includes the city hall, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the Musee Ingres, and the city's Victor Brun Museum of Natural History. On the other hand, the station is on the western side of the river - but isn't far from the major attractions. The number one bus offers a direct connection from the heart of the old town to the station entrance, taxis make an appealing alternative for those in a hurry, while walking definitely isn't out of the question. The number three bus runs from outside the Museum of Toys, while the number one bus also serves the Museum of the Resistance and Fighter. Those visiting the family-friendly Animaparc amusement park can take taxis to the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon, and taxis will also tend to be the best transfer option for people visiting the enchanting Petit Paris model city, just east of Montauban.

How far is it to the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon from Montauban city center?

Traveling from Montauban city center to the station rarely involves long distances or journey times. The train station Montauban Ville is one mile (1.4 kilometers) west of the city center, which works out at around a 15-minute walk. Alternatively, buses will reach the station entrance in 9-10 minutes, while taxis will get there in less than five minutes in the vast majority of cases. Buses from the Museum of the Resistance take 14-15 minutes, while bus journeys from the Museum of Toys will take 12-14 minutes. In both cases, taxis can be expected to reach Montauban Ville in 5-10 minutes. Animaparc is 22 miles (37 kilometers) south of the city, and taxis will usually reach Montauban Ville station in 30-35 minutes. Finally, Petit Paris is 13 miles (21 kilometer) east of the city, and taxis will get to the station in 25 minutes.

How accessible is the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon for those with limited mobility?

When they need to reach a train from Montauban city center, disabled travelers may need to plan their transfers carefully. Even so, there should be a comfortable, convenient way to make the trip. Local buses are run by Transports Montalbanais, and may be worth considering. The number one route is particularly handy for quick trips from the city center. However, the company offers few special services for wheelchair users, making taxis a more appealing option - especially when travelers are some distance from city center stops. The station is managed by SNCF, France's national rail operator. This ensures that assistance is available for all mobility-impaired visitors, including door to boarding in-person help. To access this service, travelers should inform SNCF at least 48 hours before departing. However, even if they neglect to do so, ramps, wheelchairs, disabled toilets, and staff assistance are all provided on site. So when it comes to actually boarding rail services, there should be very few problems.

Local tips: the train station Montauban Ville Bourbon points of interest

If travelers find themselves at a loose end and are wondering what to do near the train station, they actually have a few excellent options. If they cross the River Tarn, they will find themselves in Montauban's historic center, where attractions are thick on the ground. The Cathedral is an unmissable highlight, but it's closely rivaled by the Musee Ingres (dedicated to the artist who was born in Montauban). Next door, there's a small but engaging Natural History Museum, and just north of that there's an even smaller attraction: the Mini Museum. Devoted to miniature art, the museum is dubbed the smallest in France, but packs in a lot of content for such a tiny space. After that, travelers can pick up a baguette, some local ham, and goats cheese, and head for the Jardin des Plantes for a filling meal, before heading across the river to catch their train.