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Cité de l'Espace
An educational facility and amusement park focused on space and astronomy, offering interactive exhibits and planetarium shows.
Cheapest price
$1
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1.
Of the 4 trains that leave Villefranche-de-Rouergue for Toulouse on Fri, May 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 59 miles (96 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
The journey is about 8m faster (1h 45m by train vs 1h 53m by car) and roughly $13 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $32 (€26)). 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 SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, 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 Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
871213 | On time 8:45 AM Villefranche-de-Rouergue station | 1h51 | 10:36 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 transfersDirect | |
871215 | 10:44 AM Villefranche-de-Rouergue station | 1h44 | 12:28 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 transfersDirect | |
871209 | 2:45 PM Villefranche-de-Rouergue station | 1h46 | 4:31 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 transfersDirect | |
871293 | 4:39 PM Villefranche-de-Rouergue station | 1h55 | 6:34 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 transfersDirect | |
871211 | 6:45 PM Villefranche-de-Rouergue station | 1h55 | 8:40 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Villefranche-de-Rouergue to Toulouse run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 (€1) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 6:38 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
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An educational facility and amusement park focused on space and astronomy, offering interactive exhibits and planetarium shows.
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The central square of Toulouse, where the city hall and opera house are located, surrounded by shops and cafes.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this canal offers scenic boat rides and pathways for cycling or walking, connecting to other historic towns.
A public botanical garden featuring diverse plant species, sculptures, and walking paths, perfect for relaxation and nature lovers.
A rich, slow-cooked casserole containing duck, pork sausage, and white beans, originating from the south of France.
A delicacy made from the liver of a duck or goose, often served with toast or fresh baguette.
Traditional Toulouse sausage, typically made from pork and known for its distinct flavor.
Fine dining restaurant offering gourmet French dishes, set in a luxurious space with a garden view.
Classic eatery famous for regional dishes like cassoulet in a cozy, authentic setting.
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Usually 5-10% in restaurants. Not necessary to tip in cafes; rounding up is common in taxis.
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