Albi is served by two main railway stations, Albi-Ville and Albi-Madeleine, which provide connections on the Toulouse–Rodez railway line. The central bus station is conveniently located at 2 Place Jean Jaures.
The most accessible large airport is Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS), approximately 70.5 km (44.3 miles) from Albi, with a driving time of about 59 minutes. Another option is Castres-Mazamet Airport (DCM), which is closer at 43.1 km (26.8 miles) and roughly a 52-minute drive.
Consider taking a shuttle or bus from the airport to Toulouse Matabiau station, then a train to Albi. This combined journey can take around 2 hours 16 minutes and typically costs between €13 and €24. Alternatively, a BlaBlaCar bus directly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport to Albi can take about 1 hour 40 minutes and cost from £6.85.
Direct train services from Toulouse Matabiau to Albi-Ville run frequently, taking approximately 56 minutes to 1 hour 9 minutes. Ticket prices generally range from €1 to €16. Overnight trains (Intercités de nuit) also connect Albi with Paris.
Direct bus services are available from Toulouse to Albi, with travel times ranging from 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes and indicative costs between €3 and €19. From Castres, an hourly bus service to Albi takes about 52 minutes and costs approximately €2.
Renting a car offers flexibility to explore the region at your own pace. The drive from Toulouse to Albi typically takes around 55 minutes, costing approximately €13–€18 in fuel. Several car rental agencies, including Europcar and Hertz, operate in Albi city center and at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport.
Services like BlaBlaCar offer a cost-effective option from Toulouse to Albi, with journeys lasting about 1 hour 16 minutes and fares typically between €3 and €5.
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