Taxi Narbonne → Carcassonne
Your Narbonne → Carcassonne transfer at €75 — €95. 60 km, via the A61.
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Distance
60 km
Duration
40 min
Estimated price
75 — 95 €
Availability
24/7
This route crosses the heart of Cathar country between the Mediterranean and the Canal du Midi. Carcassonne's medieval Cité, UNESCO World Heritage since 1997, is Europe's largest fortified city: 52 towers, 3 km of double walls, a count's castle and the Basilica Saint-Nazaire. Over 2 million visitors come each year. Viollet-le-Duc masterfully restored it in the 19th century. Between Narbonne and Carcassonne lies the Minervois wine region with perched villages and renowned estates. The Canal du Midi (UNESCO) winds through this peaceful countryside. Cathar castles (Lastours, Minerve, Quéribus, Peyrepertuse) crown the rocky peaks throughout this dramatic landscape.
Route
Route Narbonne → Carcassonne
Your driver takes the A61 (Autoroute des Deux Mers) towards Carcassonne. The route crosses the Minervois, rolling hills of garrigue and vineyards between the Montagne Noire and the Corbières. Ruins of Cathar castles are visible on distant peaks. The Canal du Midi runs alongside in places with its century-old plane trees. Toll about €5 (included). Allow 40 min. The arrival offers a stunning view of the illuminated Cité on its hilltop, especially in the evening.
Main route: A61 — ~5 €
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Narbonne → Carcassonne
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Narbonne → Carcassonne route
The Cité is free to enter (streets, outer ramparts). Château Comtal and inner ramparts (€9.50) are worth it for views and Cathar history. Basilica Saint-Nazaire (free) has magnificent 13th-century stained glass. For lunch, the Ville Basse (bastide Saint-Louis) is less touristy than the Cité. Detour to Minerve village (supplement ~€15-20): perched above gorges, former Cathar stronghold, natural bridge, wine tasting. Lastours castles (€6) offer an unforgettable hike. Canal du Midi cruise from Carcassonne 1-2h (€15-20). Festival de Carcassonne in July.
Tolls: ~5 €
Pricing
Taxi fare Narbonne → Carcassonne
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
75 — 95 €
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
86 — 109 €
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
83 — 105 €
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Narbonne to Carcassonne?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
TER costs about €11, takes 30-40 min (frequent). Taxi at €75-€95 door-to-door. For 3-4 passengers (€19-32 each), great value to visit Minervois en route or be dropped directly at the Cité.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
75 — 95 €
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
125 €
Ideal for families and groups
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€75-€95. Fixed fare, tolls included.
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