Caen to Perpignan train with SNCF | TGV INOUI

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Perpignan

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€139

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€161

Fastest journey on Sep 17

7 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

10 h 13 m

Trains on Sep 17

3

Distance

764 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Caen to Perpignan will cost around €161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €139.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Caen to Perpignan without transferring at least once.

  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3751+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873320+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876251
    6:59 PM14h47
    Gare de Caen
    9:46 AMPerpignan station
    1391One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6229+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873304
    8:00 AM7h57
    Gare de Caen
    3:57 PMPerpignan station
    1721One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6277+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873312
    2:02 PM7h55
    Gare de Caen
    9:57 PMPerpignan station
    1721One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Caen to Perpignan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €68, while a train costs an average of €129.

Distance: 764 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€129

Average price

€68

Average price

Cheapest

€239

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 23m

Average total duration

14h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 53m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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BlaBlaCar Bus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Caen to Perpignan is a bus with an average price of €68.

This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Perpignan:

A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Perpignan costing on average €129.

The fastest way to travel from Caen to Perpignan is by train with an average journey time of 7h 18m.

Other travel options to Perpignan take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Caen and Perpignan including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Caen to Perpignan train times

The table below shows live departures for Caen to Perpignan trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SNCF | TGV INOUI6229+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118733048:00 AM Gare de Caen
7h57
3:57 PM Perpignan station1 transfer
SNCF | TGV INOUI6277+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118733122:02 PM Gare de Caen
7h55
9:57 PM Perpignan station1 transfer
SNCF | Intercités de nuit3751+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873320+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11878762516:59 PM Gare de Caen
14h47
9:46 AM Perpignan station2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Caen to Perpignan

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Trains from Caen to Perpignan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 764 km distance in 8h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €40
Distance
764 km
Average train duration
7h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€75
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
8h 0m
First train
5:58 AM
Last train
7:46 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €40

Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Caen to Perpignan trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Caen and Perpignan from €40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
€108
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) Duration
19h 10m
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) frequency
1 a day

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) Duration
41h 20m
Cheapest Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) Price
€284
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Caen to Perpignan

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Caen to Perpignan can start from as little as €75 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Caen to Perpignan is €129; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Caen to Perpignan is 8h 0m to travel the 764 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Caen to Perpignan leaves at 5:58 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Caen to Perpignan leaves at 7:46 PM.
There are 4 trains a day from Caen to Perpignan which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Caen to Perpignan, you can count on SNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) for the best way to get you to Perpignan. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Caen and Perpignan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Perpignan from Caen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Caen to Perpignan is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Caen and Perpignan including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Caen to Perpignan

Most Caen to Perpignan trains use the Gare de Caen to Perpignan station pair. Use this guide to compare Caen and Perpignan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Caen
Arrival train stations in Perpignan

Which Caen station do trains to Perpignan leave from?

Trains from Caen to Perpignan leave from Gare de Caen. The station is 1 km from Caen city centre at 15 Place de la gare, 14000 Caen, France.
Gare de Caen15 Place de la gare, 14000 Caen, France+33 2 31 15 55 55WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Gare de Caen from Caen city centre

Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus10, 12 · 7m · €2 · every ~7 min
101, 102, 103 · 18m · €3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, T3 · 5m · €2 · every ~15 min

Gare de Caen train station facilities and services

Gare de Caen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.

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