Paris to Carcassonne by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Carcassonne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Carcassonne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 20:35 View journey
Last train 22:53 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 7hr 44m View journey
Distance (km) 628
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey £13.50 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 49m
Train operators 2

Travelling from Paris to Carcassonne by train

Want to know how to get from Paris to Carcassonne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Paris to Carcassonne take around 7 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 628 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Paris is scheduled to depart at around  20:35. The last departure is usually at around 22:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Paris at around 20:55, with the last train leaving at around 22:53. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 15 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £13.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Carcassonne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Carcassonne.

Is there a direct train from Paris to Carcassonne?

Yes, there is a direct train from Paris to Carcassonne.

How long does it take to travel from Paris to Carcassonne?

The Paris to Carcassonne train travel takes about 7 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Paris to Carcassonne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Carcassonne leaving Paris at around 20:35 and the last train leaving at around 22:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Paris at around 20:55, with the final departure at 22:53.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.