The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Perpignan
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Perpignan will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barcelona for Perpignan every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 23 m .
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.
0972516:311h24Barcelona Sants17:55Perpignan station£401One-way0 changes
097378:141h23Barcelona Sants9:37Perpignan station£491One-way0 changes
970616:241h25Barcelona Sants17:49Perpignan station£581One-way0 changes
970415:171h26Barcelona Sants16:43Perpignan station£671One-way0 changes
97089:261h26Barcelona Sants10:52Perpignan station£1161One-way0 changes
097378:141h23Barcelona Sants9:37Perpignan station£491One-way0 changes
0972516:311h24Barcelona Sants17:55Perpignan station£401One-way0 changes
970616:241h25Barcelona Sants17:49Perpignan station£581One-way0 changes
970415:171h26Barcelona Sants16:43Perpignan station£671One-way0 changes
97089:261h26Barcelona Sants10:52Perpignan station£1161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barcelona to Perpignan
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 158 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Barcelona to Perpignan train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Perpignan trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9704 | 15:17 Barcelona Sants | 1h26 | 16:43 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
9706 | 16:24 Barcelona Sants | 1h25 | 17:49 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
09725 | Delayed 16:31 Barcelona Sants | 1h24 | 15:56 15:56Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
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09737 | 8:14 Barcelona Sants | 1h23 | 9:37 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
9708 | 9:26 Barcelona Sants | 1h26 | 10:52 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Perpignan by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Perpignan.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Perpignan.
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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 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
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 23m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Perpignan trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Perpignan 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: Barcelona to Perpignan train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Perpignan
Most Barcelona to Perpignan trains use the Barcelona Sants to Perpignan station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Perpignan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Perpignan leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Which Perpignan station do trains from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to Perpignan from Perpignan city centre
Perpignan is 1 km from Perpignan city centre. Public transport options include:
Perpignan train station facilities and services
Perpignan 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 Figuier, La Galinette
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Perpignan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Perpignan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Perpignan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Perpignan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Perpignan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Perpignan, Hotel de France, Hotel Aragon.
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