How to travel from Lyon to Toulouse

There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Toulouse including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Toulouse is a bus with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Toulouse:

A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Toulouse costing on average €86.

A bus is €157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Toulouse costing on average €186.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Toulouse is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 37m.

Bus takes on average 7h 10m.

The distance from Lyon to Toulouse is approximately 223 miles (359 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Toulouse is:

• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Toulouse as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Toulouse:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Toulouse Blagnac Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Toulouse, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with easyJet, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Toulouse by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar to go to Toulouse by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Toulouse by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Toulouse with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
• 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Toulouse often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Toulouse and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Toulouse to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Toulouse, visitors can enjoy a scenic boat ride along the historic Canal du Midi or explore the vibrant Marché Victor Hugo for local delicacies. The historic district of Le Quartier des Carmes offers charming streets and a lively atmosphere. For cultural experiences, attend a performance at Théâtre du Capitole or visit the Basilique Saint-Sernin, renowned for its architecture. The Capitole de Toulouse and Cité de l'Espace provide iconic sights and interactive exhibits, while the Musée des Augustins showcases a vast art collection. Relax with a stroll along the Garonne River or in the Jardin des Plantes, a serene botanical garden.

You typically need 2 to 3 days in Toulouse to explore its main attractions such as the Basilica of Saint-Sernin, the Capitole de Toulouse, and the Cité de l'espace, while also enjoying the local cuisine and vibrant cultural scene.