The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Perpignan
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Perpignan will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barcelona for Perpignan on Thu, Nov 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Perpignan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 158 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€61 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Perpignan train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Perpignan trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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09737 | On time 7:19 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h24 | 8:43 AM Perpignan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9708 | On time 8:28 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h24 | 9:52 AM Perpignan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9706 | On time 3:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h22 | 4:47 PM Perpignan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09725 | On time 3:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h26 | 5:00 PM Perpignan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Perpignan
Trains from Barcelona to Perpignan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Perpignan trainsTGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Perpignan from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Perpignan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Perpignan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Perpignan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Perpignan, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Perpignan
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Boulevard Saint-Assiscle.
- Le Figuier
- La Galinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Perpignan
- Hotel de France
- Hotel Aragon
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Spain and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
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