The cheapest and fastest trains from Perpignan to Madrid
Cheapest price
€84
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Madrid will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Of the 15 trains that leave Perpignan for Madrid on Thu, Dec 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 605 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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 Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €123.
Distance: 605 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€179 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Perpignan to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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09730+ 06150 | On time 10:14 AM Perpignan station | 6h18 | 4:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
09730+ 06130 | On time 10:14 AM Perpignan station | 4h44 | 2:58 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
09730 | On time 10:14 AM Perpignan station | 4h38 | 2:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
09730+ 06014 | On time 10:14 AM Perpignan station | 5h23 | 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
9713+ 06190 | On time 12:06 PM Perpignan station | 8h39 | 8:45 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
9713+ 06160 | On time 12:06 PM Perpignan station | 5h41 | 5:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
9713+ 06150 | On time 12:06 PM Perpignan station | 4h26 | 4:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
09742+ 06200 | On time 4:58 PM Perpignan station | 4h19 | 9:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
Normal+ 06020 | 2:30 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 11h12 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06110 | 2:30 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 9h52 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06080 | 2:30 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 7h12 | 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06200 | 9:00 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 12h17 | 9:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06014 | 9:00 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 6h37 | 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06014 | 9:00 AM Perpignan, Gare routière | 6h37 | 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perpignan to Madrid
Trains from Perpignan to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €123 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 605 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 605 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €123 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 01:30 |
Last train 19:00 |
Train companies: iryo, AVE, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros from Perpignan to Madrid trainsiryo, AVE, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Perpignan and Madrid from €25. 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 Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Perpignan, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid Atocha Cercanias, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Perpignan to Madrid
- 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: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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