The Paris to Toulouse train in one table
| Paris to Toulouse | |
|---|---|
| Fastest | 4h29 |
| Average time | 5h31 |
| Trains a day | 15 |
| First / last departure | 6:11am / 8:03pm |
| Distance | about 717 km |
| "From" price | 25 euros |
| Departure | Paris Montparnasse (TGV INOUI and Ouigo, plus Massy TGV for Ouigo), Paris Austerlitz and Paris Gare de Lyon for other services |
| Arrival | Toulouse Matabiau, the only arrival station listed |
The SNCF Connect calendar on 12 November 2026 showed tickets from 25 euros (Ouigo on 17 and 18 November and 1 December) and from 28 euros on Intercités; some days climb to 55, 82 or even 114 euros (coach). These are "from" prices, subject to availability. Examples for Friday 13 November 2026: depart 6:11am, arrive 10:44am (4h33, direct TGV INOUI); depart 8:31am, arrive 1:17pm (4h46, direct Ouigo).
Stations and times
- Departure: Paris Montparnasse (TGV INOUI and Ouigo, plus Massy TGV for Ouigo), Paris Austerlitz and Paris Gare de Lyon for other services. See our hotels near Gare Montparnasse and the guide to Paris stations.
- Arrival: Toulouse Matabiau, the only arrival station listed.
- Operators: TGV INOUI, Ouigo, Intercités and TER.
To reach the station from central Paris, see our guide to the Paris metro and RER.
Luggage and Ouigo options
- OUIGO Plus: 9 euros extra (seat choice, extra or XL bag, Wi-Fi; free for children under 12).
- Extra or XL bag: 5 euros per bag.
- Child under 12: 8 euros on Ouigo high speed.
- Pet: 10 euros, whatever its weight.
- TGV INOUI includes 2 bags (70 x 90 x 50 cm maximum) and 1 hand bag (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Common mistakes
- Not checking the station: The slowest daytime train takes close to 7 hours: an Intercités of 7h04 or 7h09 is a bad surprise if you wanted a TGV.
- Forgetting fees: an extra bag or a ticket change can cancel the saving on a low-price ticket.
- Buying late: the lowest prices go first; SNCF Connect advises booking as soon as sales open.
Once in Toulouse
Toulouse is easy on foot from Matabiau: Place du Capitole, Saint-Sernin basilica, the Jacobins convent and the Canal du Midi (a UNESCO site) are the classic stops. If your train arrives late or leaves early, a hotel near the station saves transfers: you can find them on Booking. For more ideas, read our weekend ideas from Paris by train or compare with the Paris to Marseille train and the Paris to Bordeaux train.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fastest Paris to Toulouse train? 4h29; the average is 5h31.
How many trains a day? 15, from 6:11am to 8:03pm.
How much is a ticket? From 25 euros on SNCF Connect; Ouigo advertises from 10 euros for an adult.
Which station in Toulouse? Toulouse Matabiau.
Is there a night train? Yes, a night Intercités takes about 8h30, direct.
The Paris Authority editorial team, 12/11/2026.
