Taxi Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Your Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue transfer at €175 — €230. 145 km via the A68.
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Distance
145 km
Duration
1h45
Estimated price
175 — 230 €
Availability
24/7
Villefranche-de-Rouergue is one of the most beautiful bastides in southern France. Founded in 1252 by Alphonse de Poitiers, brother of Saint Louis, this medieval Aveyron town is built on a regular grid plan around an arcaded square (Place Notre-Dame) of exceptional architectural harmony. The collegiate church of Notre-Dame, with its massive 58-metre bell tower porch, dominates the town. But Villefranche's treasure is the Saint-Sauveur Charterhouse, a miraculously preserved 15th century monastery, the only complete charterhouse open to the public in France. Its great Gothic cloister, with twisted columns and silent gardens, is a place of absolute serenity. The Black Penitents' Chapel, a 17th century baroque jewel, surprises with the richness of its painted decor — trompe-l'oeil ceiling, gilded altarpiece. Villefranche is also a market town: on Thursday mornings, stalls invade the Place Notre-Dame and adjacent streets in a typically Aveyronnaise atmosphere. Local specialities abound: fouace (brioche flavoured with orange blossom), farcous, tripous, Laguiole cheese, Marcillac wine (neighbouring AOC). The town is the ideal starting point for exploring northern Aveyron: Conques (30 km), Najac (20 km, one of France's most beautiful villages), the Aveyron gorges.
Route
Route Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue
From Toulouse, your driver takes the A68 towards Albi for about 60 km, then turns north on the D922 towards Cordes-sur-Ciel and Villefranche-de-Rouergue. The road first crosses the Gaillac wine hillsides, a landscape of vines and orchards on clay-limestone hills. After Cordes-sur-Ciel (perched bastide visible on the left), the landscape becomes more wooded and hilly. You gradually enter the Rouergue, land of schist and red sandstone, where isolated farms and stone walls tell of ancestral farming. The descent towards Villefranche-de-Rouergue, in the Aveyron valley, offers a magnificent panorama of the bastide dominated by the collegiate church bell tower. Tolls are limited to the A68 section (approximately €7). The journey takes 1h45 under normal conditions. The D922, a winding but well-maintained departmental road, requires an experienced driver — this is where a taxi really makes sense.
Main route: A68 puis D922 — ~7 € de péages (A68)
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue route
The Saint-Sauveur Charterhouse is the must-visit: allow 1h30 to wander the great and small cloisters, the monks' cells and gardens. The chapel's acoustics are extraordinary — if you're lucky enough to attend a concert, it's an unforgettable experience. The Place Notre-Dame, the beating heart of the bastide, is lined with shaded terrace cafes: perfect for a coffee or lunch. On Thursday mornings, the market transforms the entire centre into a maze of stalls — arrive early. For a memorable lunch, Le Relais de Farrou (5 km away) offers refined Aveyronnaise cuisine in a bucolic setting. If you have time, continue to Najac (20 km, 25 min), a spectacular village perched on a rocky spur above the Aveyron, with its 13th century royal fortress. Combining Villefranche + Najac + Cordes-sur-Ciel in one day is possible with our hourly hire option.
Tolls: ~7 € de péages (A68)
Pricing
Taxi fare Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
175 — 230 €
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
201 — 265 €
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
193 — 253 €
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Toulouse to Villefranche-de-Rouergue?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The train Toulouse — Villefranche-de-Rouergue is not direct: you must change at Brive or Capdenac (3h minimum). The liO bus costs €2 but takes 2h30. By car, expect €15 in fuel and €7 in tolls. The TaxiNeo taxi at €175 — €230 offers a direct 1h45 journey, door-to-door, with drop-off at the Charterhouse or Place Notre-Dame. Ideal for heritage enthusiasts, hikers joining the GR 36, and gourmands seeking authentic Aveyron. For 3-4 passengers, the per-person cost (€44-77) is reasonable for a journey with no practical direct transport.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
175 — 230 €
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
290 €
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Toulouse → Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Open April to October, guided tours at set times. In summer, open daily 10am-6pm. Price: approximately €7. The guided tour is recommended to understand monastic life.
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