- 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
$208
Average price
$243
Fastest journey
10 h 6 m
Average duration
12 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
694 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Toulouse will cost around $243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Toulouse without transferring at least once.
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9226Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 $43, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 431 miles (694 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$249 Average price | $180 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $284 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg 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 Zurich to Toulouse:
A bus is $114 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Toulouse costing on average $180 (€180).
A bus is $183 (€183) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Toulouse costing on average $249 (€249).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 15m.
Bus takes on average 15h 57m.
Tickets start at around $249 (€249) compared to roughly $284 (€284) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€34). The journey takes 10h 15m versus 9h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Toulouse trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9206+ 8413+ 4665 | 6:59 AM Zurich HB | 11h40 | 6:39 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 2 transfers | |
9210+ 8511 | 9:34 AM Zurich HB | 10h06 | 7:40 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
9226+ 3751 | 3:34 PM Zurich HB | 15h10 | 6:44 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich to Toulouse run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€80) but you can travel from only $34 (€34) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 431 miles (694 km) distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 431 miles (694 km) |
Average train duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€80) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Zurich to Toulouse trains use the Zürich HB to Toulouse Matabiau station pair, with some services arriving at Montaudran. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Toulouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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.
Montaudran is 4 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Montaudran has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montaudran.
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