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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Carcassonne
Fine arts museum in the Bastide with paintings, ceramics, and decorative arts spanning several centuries.
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
627 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris 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 Paris to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Cité de Carcassonne without transferring at least once.
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876421 · 86974Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cité de Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 389 miles (627 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Paris to Cité de Carcassonne:
A bus is $75 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Cité de Carcassonne costing on average $126 (€102).
Other travel options to Cité de Carcassonne take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 14m.
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (6h 24m by train vs 7h 48m by car) and roughly $93 (€75) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($126 (€102) vs $219 (€177)). 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 Paris to Cité de Carcassonne trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8575+ 4665 | On time 12:49 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 6h38 | 7:27 PM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
9735+ 86978 | On time 1:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h21 | 7:39 PM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
8511+ 876237 | 3:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 6h16 | 9:21 PM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
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8505 · 6873 | 10:35 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 5h51 | 4:26 PM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
6229+ 86974 | 10:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h50 | 5:32 PM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
6275+ 876421 · 86974 | 10:56 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h36 | 5:32 PM Carcassonne | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 389 miles (627 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 389 miles (627 km) |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Fine arts museum in the Bastide with paintings, ceramics, and decorative arts spanning several centuries.
Local history and memory museum presenting archives, literature, and exhibitions on Carcassonne and the Aude region.
Small museum inside the medieval city dedicated to historic French classroom life, writing methods, and school materials.
Open paths around the fortress walls, ideal for walking beside the ramparts and seeing the scale of the defenses.
The lively central square of the Bastide, with fountains, markets, and a good feel for everyday Carcassonne.
The lower town grid district with shops, streets, and local life beyond the medieval citadel.
The city’s signature slow-cooked casserole of white beans, duck confit, pork, and sausage, central to local culinary identity in the Aude region.
A famous regional pork sausage often served with cassoulet or grilled, valued for its simple seasoning and robust southwestern flavor.
Duck leg preserved and cooked in its own fat, a classic specialty of southwestern France with crisp skin and rich flavor.
Fine-dining restaurant in Hôtel de la Cité, offering polished French cuisine and a formal atmosphere within the old fortress.
Established restaurant inside the medieval cité, known for refined regional cuisine including cassoulet in an elegant historic setting.
Well-known medieval-city restaurant serving regional specialties with a slightly upscale feel and views near the basilica area.
Prices are moderate for France. Old Town dining is pricier, while local cafes and set lunches offer better value.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small tips are optional in cafes.
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