LiO network offers 1 euro tickets

The liO train network in Occitanie will offer all tickets at a symbolic price of 1 euro for the first weekend of November, on the 7th and 8th. This special offer is available for all liO trains operated by SNCF Voyageurs under the liO Train brand.

Eligibility and limitations

The 1 euro price applies only to liO trains and not to other services such as TGV inOui, Intercités, Ouigo, or the Train Jaune. If a journey includes a transfer between two liO trains, travelers must purchase one 1 euro ticket per train, totaling 2 euros for a one-way trip with a transfer.

How to purchase tickets

Tickets can be bought online at ter.sncf.com/occitanie or through SNCF Connect, as well as through approved SNCF travel agencies. The offer does not include the All Saints Day weekend, which falls on the 1st and 2nd of November.

Travel options from Toulouse

From Toulouse Matabiau station, Carcassonne station is reachable in under an hour by direct liO train. Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a medieval experience with fewer crowds and favorable autumn light. The city is accessible on foot from the station or via shuttle.

Exploring Carcassonne

Carcassonne’s Basilica of Saint-Nazaire maintains a lively atmosphere with open alleys and restaurants, even in the off-season. The city’s medieval charm is enhanced by the absence of summer crowds and the gentle autumn light.

Tarbes and the Pyrenees

Tarbes is about 1h45 from Toulouse by direct liO train, situated in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The city is notable for its covered market, the Brauhauban hall, and the National Haras, which showcases equestrian heritage. Travelers should check mountain road conditions in November before planning a visit.

Montpellier and its attractions

Montpellier is reachable from Toulouse via liO trains but requires a transfer, usually at Carcassonne or Narbonne, increasing the travel time to about 2h30. A 2 euro ticket is needed for the round trip. The city’s historic center includes the Place de la Comédie, Écusson’s medieval alleys, and the Fabre Museum, along with a vibrant dining scene and tram network.

Next offer dates

The next 1 euro ticket offer will take place on the 5th and 6th of December. The All Saints Day weekend, on the 1st and 2nd of November, is not included in the current offer.