What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne is to bus which costs €50 - €90 and takes 12h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne is to fly and train which takes 5h 21m and costs €45 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Carcassonne via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Carcassonne via Narbonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Madrid to Carcassonne?

The distance between Madrid and Carcassonne is 930 km. The road distance is 767.5 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Carcassonne without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs €120 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Carcassonne?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Madrid to Carcassonne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Carcassonne bus from?

Madrid to Carcassonne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Carcassonne train from?

Madrid to Carcassonne train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from Madrid to Carcassonne is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs €120 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Madrid to Carcassonne bus arrive?

Madrid to Carcassonne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station.

Where does the Madrid to Carcassonne train arrive?

Madrid to Carcassonne train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Narbonne station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Carcassonne is 767 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Madrid to Carcassonne.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Carcassonne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Carcassonne?

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Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

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Madrid to Carcassonne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Carcassonne by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Narbonnetrain 9725
2. Take the train from Narbonne to Carcassonnetrain Ter / ...
6h 39m
€121–175
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
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1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane MAD - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain
5h 21m
€47–236
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Toulousebus FlixBus N748
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain Ter / ...
10h 54m
€74–115
Drive 767.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Carcassonnecar 767.5 km
8h 39m
€126–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Carcassonnebus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 20m
€53–88
Fly to Barcelona–El Prat Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Narbonnetrain
3. Take the train from Narbonne to Carcassonnetrain
7h 8m
€87–248

Madrid to Carcassonne by train

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Distance: 930.1 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Carcassonne, France?

You can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Carcassonne via Narbonne in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Carcassonne via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station in around 12h 20m.

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