- Must visit
Musée des Augustins
Toulouse’s fine arts museum in a former Augustinian convent, known for sculpture, paintings, and Gothic architecture. A major cultural stop in the historic center.
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
7 h 47 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
712 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Toulouse will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Toulouse without transferring at least once.
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2870 · 8519
2864 · 8511
2580 · 8517+
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9879 · 6825
2870 · 8519
2864 · 8511
2580 · 8517+
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9879 · 6825
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4764Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $267 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Metz to Toulouse:
A bus is $124 (€100) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Toulouse costing on average $198 (€160).
A bus is $192 (€155) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Toulouse costing on average $266 (€214).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 7m.
Bus takes on average 13h 49m.
The journey is about 1h 16m faster (8h 7m by train vs 9h 23m by car) and roughly $69 (€56) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($198 (€160) vs $267 (€215)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Toulouse trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9877+ 4764 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 11h07 | 7:16 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
2864 · 8511 | 10:58 AM Metz-Ville | 8h42 | 7:40 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
9879 · 6825 | 12:10 PM Metz-Ville | 10h09 | 10:19 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
837542+ 2580 · 8517 | 1:02 PM Metz-Ville | 8h46 | 9:48 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 2 transfers | |
2870 · 8519 | 3:05 PM Metz-Ville | 7h47 | 10:52 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
2886+ 3751 | 7:42 PM Metz-Ville | 12h02 | 7:44 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Metz to Toulouse run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 7h 26m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 26m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
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The old town’s network of brick streets, courtyards, and elegant façades. Ideal for walking, photography, and discovering the city’s atmosphere.
One of the best riverfront walking areas in Toulouse, known for broad views, steps to the water, and golden-hour photos.
The city’s signature slow-cooked casserole of white beans, usually with duck confit, Toulouse sausage, and pork. It is one of the defining dishes of Southwestern French cuisine.
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Duck leg slowly cooked in its own fat until tender, then crisped before serving. This rich dish is widely associated with the cuisine of the Toulouse region.
Refined fine-dining restaurant from chef Michel Sarran, offering polished contemporary cuisine rooted in Southwestern ingredients and technique.
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Established upscale restaurant facing Place du Capitole, known for sophisticated French cuisine, formal service, and a classic special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés is polite; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxis; hotel tips are optional.
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Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau -> Capitole, Toulouse
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