The cheapest and fastest trains from Perpignan to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€66
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Barcelona will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 4 trains that leave Perpignan for Barcelona on Wed, Feb 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 18 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Wed, Feb 18 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 Perpignan to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 158 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€50 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m 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
Perpignan to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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09742 | On time 4:58 PM Perpignan station | 1h25 | 6:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
9715 | On time 7:07 PM Perpignan station | 1h25 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | |||||
09730 | On time 10:12 AM Perpignan station | 1h24 | 11:36 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
9713 | On time 12:06 PM Perpignan station | 1h26 | 1:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Perpignan to Barcelona by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perpignan to Barcelona
Trains from Perpignan to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €5 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 20m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe, Itabus, Renfe Viajeros from Perpignan to Barcelona trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe, Itabus, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Perpignan and Barcelona from €5. 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 Perpignan to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Perpignan to Barcelona
- 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
- 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
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