- Must visit
Cité de l'Espace
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€1
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 17
5
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarbes to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Toulouse will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €1.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 trains from Tarbes to Toulouse, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 train as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Tarbes to Toulouse:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Toulouse costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 56m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 42m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€26 vs €36). 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.
Direct services run with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Tarbes to Toulouse trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:46 PM Tarbes | 1h44 | 2:30 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:46 PM Tarbes | 1h44 | 3:30 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:42 PM Tarbes | 1h47 | 4:29 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Tarbes | 1h29 | 6:26 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:44 PM Tarbes | 1h45 | 8:29 PM Toulouse | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Tarbes to Toulouse run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes to Toulouse by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tarbes to Toulouse trains use the Tarbes to Toulouse Matabiau station pair, with some services arriving at Gare de Saint-Agne. Use this guide to compare Tarbes and Toulouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tarbes is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Patati, L'Aragon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tarbes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tarbes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tarbes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Le Rex Hotel, ibis Tarbes Odos, Hôtel Foch.
Toulouse Matabiau is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse Matabiau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Canteen & Bowl, PAUL, Starbucks, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are the ATM is located in the connecting corridor between Hall 1 and Hall 2 opposite Relay.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:15 - 19:40, Sat: 08:15 - 18:40, Sun: 09:35 - 19:40. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is service provided by Grand Hôtel d'Orléans, located opposite the station. Fixed pricing per piece of baggage: small baggage: €5.50, medium baggage: €7.50, large baggage: €9.50.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse Matabiau: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Disabled Passenger Assistance Service (PSH / PMR). Access Train liO can be reached at +33 0800313131.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mermoz, Best Western Hotel Innes by HappyCulture, Appart Hotel Clement Ader.
Gare de Saint-Agne is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint-Agne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
ATMs are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Parking, WC.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Gallieni-Cancéropôle is 3 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Gallieni-Cancéropôle has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Gallieni-Cancéropôle.
ATMs are available at Gallieni-Cancéropôle.
Available at Gallieni-Cancéropôle: WC.
Available at Gallieni-Cancéropôle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gallieni-Cancéropôle.
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