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Paris to Toulouse Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Toulouse trains include TGV INOUI and OUIGO Grande Vitesse services from Paris Montparnasse to Toulouse Matabiau, plus Intercites services from Paris Austerlitz on selected departures. The high-speed route runs south-west on the LGV Atlantique and LGV Sud Europe Atlantique toward Bordeaux, then continues on the classic line through Agen and Montauban before Toulouse. Direct daytime trains usually offer around 10 to 14 departures per day, with more options if connections at Bordeaux Saint-Jean are included. The fastest TGV covers the approximately 681 km rail route in about 4 hours 11 minutes, while Intercites and slower direct services can take around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours. TGV INOUI offers Second Class and First Class, OUIGO uses a low-cost reserved-seat model, and Intercites usually offers Second and First Class on daytime trains. One-way fares from Paris to Toulouse start from about €19 ($21 USD) on advance OUIGO offers and can rise to around €160 ($174 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.
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Arrival Time

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Morning trains

06:28
ParisParis Austerlitz
7h 9m
13:37
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
SNCF 3605
from
205 USD
1
7h 9m, Direct
06:28
ParisParis Austerlitz
13:37
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
205 USD
1
Direct
06:32
ParisParis Montparnasse
4h 54m
11:26
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
OUI 8503
from
180 USD
1
4h 54m, Direct
06:32
ParisParis Montparnasse
11:26
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
180 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:38
ParisParis Montparnasse
4h 50m
17:28
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
OUIGO 7673
from
191 USD
1
4h 50m, Direct
12:38
ParisParis Montparnasse
17:28
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
191 USD
1
Direct
14:28
ParisParis Austerlitz
7h 4m
21:32
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
IC 3645
from
162 USD
1
7h 4m, Direct
14:28
ParisParis Austerlitz
21:32
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
162 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:04
ParisParis Montparnasse
4h 48m
22:52
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
SNCF 8519
from
157 USD
1
4h 48m, Direct
18:04
ParisParis Montparnasse
22:52
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
157 USD
1
Direct
22:00
ParisParis Austerlitz
8h 44m
06:44
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
Direct
SNCF 3751
from
198 USD
1
8h 44m, Direct
22:00
ParisParis Austerlitz
06:44
ToulouseToulouse Matabiau
from
198 USD
1
Direct
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First train

06:05
night

Last train

20:03
distance

Travel duration

5h 26m
daily-departure

Daily departures

10
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Departure station

Paris
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Arrival station

Toulouse
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Ticket price

$37
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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected Paris to Toulouse fare. TGV INOUI fares may allow changes before departure, while OUIGO and some advance fares are more restrictive.
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Paris to Toulouse Route Overview

The Paris to Toulouse route is partly high-speed and partly classic railway, which is why journey times are longer than fully high-speed French corridors of similar distance. A distinctive part of the trip is the change of landscape after Bordeaux, where trains leave the high-speed line and run through the Garonne valley with stops such as Agen and Montauban on many services. TGV INOUI and OUIGO tickets are train-specific with compulsory seat reservations, while Intercites can also require or include reservations depending on the service. If your ticket departs from Paris Austerlitz rather than Paris Montparnasse, allow time to reach the correct station because they are on different sides of central Paris.
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5h 26m

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Fastest trip

4h 35m

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Longest trip

7h 11m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and its largest rail hub, with long-distance trains divided between several terminal stations. Most TGV and OUIGO services to Toulouse depart from Paris Montparnasse, while Intercites services use Paris Austerlitz near the Seine and the Jardin des Plantes.

Paris Est

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Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Paris Austerlitz

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Paris Montparnasse

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Paris Gare de Lyon

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Paris Gare de l’Est

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Paris St-Lazare

StationStation

Paris Gare du Nord

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PARIS BERCY

StationStation

Disneyland Paris

StationStation

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

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Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

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5h 26m

Toulouse

Toulouse is the main city of Occitanie, known for brick architecture, aerospace industry, and the Canal du Midi. Toulouse Matabiau station sits north-east of the historic center, with metro line A at Marengo-SNCF and local trains to Albi, Carcassonne, Auch, and the Pyrenees region.

Toulouse Matabiau

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Practical Information for TGV Travelers

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Paris to Toulouse trains use French high-speed and Intercites rolling stock, so luggage rules differ slightly by service. Check the selected fare if traveling on OUIGO, as paid luggage options may apply.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large pieces of luggage with a maximum size of 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. OUIGO basic fares include limited cabin baggage and charge for extra or larger bags, while Intercites rules are broadly similar to SNCF long-distance luggage limits.
Storage Facilities
TGV trains have overhead racks for small bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some back-to-back seats. Intercites trains usually have end-of-car racks and overhead shelves, with less large-case space than modern TGV trainsets.
Special Items
Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, boards, and musical instruments must fit within accepted luggage dimensions or use a service that allows booked bike spaces. Full-size bicycles require a specific bike reservation where available and are not accepted on all TGV or OUIGO departures.

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Paris to Toulouse Map

The Paris to Toulouse route starts at Paris Montparnasse for most high-speed trains, using the LGV Atlantique and LGV Sud Europe Atlantique toward Tours, Poitiers, Angouleme, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. South of Bordeaux, trains continue on the classic Bordeaux-Toulouse line via Agen and Montauban before reaching Toulouse Matabiau. Intercites services from Paris Austerlitz use a different classic-line routing and take longer.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train links central Paris with Toulouse Matabiau without transfers to Charles de Gaulle, Orly, or Toulouse-Blagnac airports. Direct TGV services take just over 4 hours on the fastest departures, while coaches normally take 8 to 10 hours between Paris and Toulouse. Flights have about 1 hour 20 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and baggage collection add time to the full trip. Electric rail travel also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Travel time

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Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 4m

Price from

$43

Departures

89

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 42m

Price from

$59

Departures

47

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 51m

Price from

$56

Departures

53

Rating

Train

IC

Changes

Direct

Travel time

7h 4m

Price from

$37

Departures

49

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 47m

Price from

$59

Departures

10

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

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5h 26m

$37-$232

Bus

Apprx.

9h 0m

$25-$75

Flight

Apprx.

1h 20m

$55-$230

FAQ about the Paris - Toulouse Route

How much is the train from Paris to Toulouse?

One-way Paris to Toulouse fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) on advance OUIGO tickets and can reach around €160 ($174 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class fares near departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How to book Paris to Toulouse train tickets?

Book Paris to Toulouse train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, checking direct TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and Intercites departures, and selecting the fare and class that match your plans. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage ticket details.

Does Eurail cover Paris to Toulouse trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI and Intercites services between Paris and Toulouse, but compulsory seat reservations and reservation fees apply. Pass availability can be limited on popular TGV departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the train from Paris to Toulouse?

The fastest direct TGV from Paris Montparnasse to Toulouse Matabiau takes about 4 hours 11 minutes. Other TGV and OUIGO departures usually take around 4 hours 20 minutes to 5 hours, while direct Intercites services from Paris Austerlitz can take around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours.

How fast is the Paris to Toulouse TGV?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains can reach up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on high-speed sections between Paris and Bordeaux. South of Bordeaux, trains run on the classic line through Agen and Montauban at lower speeds before arriving at Toulouse Matabiau.
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