Taxi Toulouse → Cahors
Your Toulouse → Cahors transfer at €220–€270. 115 km via the A62.
A taxi between Toulouse and Cahors costs between €220 and €270 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 115 kilometres and a journey time of from 75 to 100 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes A62, with ~€9 in tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €350. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
115 km
Duration
1h15
Estimated price
€220–€270
Availability
24/7
Cahors is a strikingly beautiful city enclosed in a spectacular meander of the Lot river. Its Pont Valentre, a masterpiece of medieval military architecture with three fortified towers, is one of the most beautiful bridges in the world — listed as UNESCO World Heritage as part of the Ways of Saint James. The legend of the devil who supposedly helped build it adds mystery to this 14th-century structure. Cahors is also the capital of the Malbec vineyard: the 'black wine' of Cahors, full-bodied and tannic, is one of France's oldest wines, drunk by the Avignon popes and Russian tsars. The Cahors AOC extends over the causses and terraces of the Lot, producing characterful wines that today rival Argentine Malbecs. The old town hides treasures: the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne with its Romanesque portal and dome, the secret gardens (medieval lanes sheltering hidden gardens), the Wednesday and Saturday market under the covered halls, and half-timbered houses in the Badernes quarter. Cahors is a major stop on the Way of Saint James (via Podiensis) and the gateway to Rocamadour (60 km), Saint-Cirq-Lapopie (30 km) and the Padirac chasm.
Route
Route Toulouse → Cahors
From Toulouse, your driver takes the northern ring road then the A62 motorway towards Bordeaux/Montauban. After Montauban (50 km), you fork onto the A20 (toll-free on this section) towards Cahors and Paris. The landscape gradually changes: the Garonne alluvial plain gives way to the Quercy blanc hillsides, luminous limestone planted with truffle oaks and vines. The hills rise, the valleys deepen. You cross the Causse de Limogne, a dry karst plateau fragrant with wild thyme. The descent towards Cahors is spectacular: the Lot appears below, winding between limestone cliffs, and the Pont Valentre silhouette takes shape. The motorway exit leads directly to the town centre. Tolls are limited to the A62 section (approximately €9); the A20 is toll-free to Cahors. The journey takes 1h15 under normal conditions. The A62 between Toulouse and Montauban can be busy on Friday evenings (weekend departures).
Main route: A62 — ~€9 in tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Toulouse → Cahors
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Toulouse → Cahors route
Cahors deserves a full day. Start with the Pont Valentre at sunrise — the golden light on the fortified towers is magical. Look for the devil carved on the central tower! Then climb to the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne (Romanesque portal, cloister) and lose yourself in the secret gardens of the medieval centre. The Wednesday and Saturday market, under the halls, is a gastronomic festival: Quercy black truffles (winter), Perigord walnuts, Rocamadour (AOC goat cheese), foie gras, Quercy saffron. For wine, Chateau Lagrezette (Alain-Dominique Perrin's estate), Clos Triguedina and Domaine du Prince are reference addresses. The Lot valley is wonderful for gabare (traditional boat) rides. In summer, the Cahors Blues Festival (July) animates squares and cellars. If you extend, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie (30 km, one of the 'most beautiful villages in France') is unmissable — your driver can take you there.
Tolls: ~€9 in tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Toulouse → Cahors
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€220–€270
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€253–€311
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€242–€297
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Toulouse to Cahors?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER Toulouse — Cahors costs around €20 and takes 1h15-1h30 (Toulouse-Paris line, fairly frequent). The station is a 10 min walk from the Pont Valentre. The Lio bus costs €2 but takes 2h. By car, expect €13 in fuel and €9 in tolls. The TaxiNeo taxi at €220–€270 is perfect for day trippers combining Cahors + Saint-Cirq-Lapopie + vineyards in one day, wine-touring groups wanting to taste without driving, and Compostela pilgrims with luggage. For 4 passengers, the per-person cost (€35-45) is competitive for a full Lot circuit with door-to-door service.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€220–€270
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€350
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Toulouse → Cahors
Can we visit Saint-Cirq-Lapopie from Cahors?
Yes, Saint-Cirq is 30 km from Cahors (30 min). Supplement of approximately €30-40. One of France's most beautiful villages, perched above the Lot. The Toulouse — Cahors route covers about 115 km by road. Allow 75 minutes in light traffic and up to 100 minutes at peak hours.
When should I visit Cahors for truffles?
The Cahors truffle market runs from December to March, Tuesday and Saturday mornings. Quercy black truffles (Tuber melanosporum) are among the world's finest. Allow 75 minutes in light traffic and up to 100 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €220 to €270, luggage included.
How much are the Toulouse — Cahors tolls?
The A62 toll amounts to approximately €9, included in the TaxiNeo fixed price. The A20 is toll-free to Cahors. The price booked in advance ranges from €220 to €270, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €350. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Toulouse — Cahors route, is the Pont Valentre accessible on foot?
Yes, the bridge is pedestrian and freely accessible 24/7. It is one of France's most photogenic monuments, especially at sunset. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €350. The usual route takes A62. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
Can I combine Cahors and Rocamadour?
Yes, Rocamadour is 60 km north of Cahors (50 min). Ideal with our hourly hire for a Lot day: Cahors + Saint-Cirq or Cahors + Rocamadour. The usual route takes A62. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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