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Museum dedicated to the artist’s family and local artistic heritage, housed in the old village. A compact cultural stop with changing displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 92 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Argelès-sur-Mer take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 39m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 1h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:29 Cité de Carcassonne | 1h40 | 20:09 Argelès-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 20:22 |
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Discover the best of Argelès-sur-Mer — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Argelès-sur-Mer trip today.
Museum dedicated to the artist’s family and local artistic heritage, housed in the old village. A compact cultural stop with changing displays.
Exhibition space presenting the history of the 1939 refugee camp through documents, testimony and photographs. Important and informative.
Interpretation centre on the Albères landscape, traditions and rural life. Useful for understanding the area before exploring village and mountain sites.
Long sandy beach backed by promenade and sea views. It is the town’s best-known outdoor area for walking, swimming and relaxed seaside time.
Coastal path with striking views of coves, cliffs and the Mediterranean. A rewarding walking area for visitors wanting nature and photography spots.
Pleasant harbour area with boats, shops and waterfront walks. Popular for an evening stroll and easy access to coastal views and nearby beaches.
Anchovies from nearby Collioure, cured in salt or oil. They are a defining speciality of the Côte Vermeille and central to local tapas and seaside meals.
A Catalan fish stew with monkfish or other catch, potatoes, aioli and saffron. It reflects the fishing traditions of the Roussillon coast.
Traditional Catalan snails cooked with cured ham, sausage, tomato and herbs. It is a rustic regional dish often shared at family meals and festivals.
Casual local restaurant for Catalan and south-western French specialities, with a friendly atmosphere in the old village area.
Popular beachfront restaurant known for seafood, grilled fish and paella, with relaxed seaside dining near the promenade.
Established port-side venue serving fish, shellfish and Mediterranean dishes in a lively marina setting.
Moderate for the French Med coast: summer stays rise, but casual dining and local transport are manageable versus pricier Riviera resorts.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Gare d’Argelès-sur-Mer -> Mairie d’Argelès-sur-Mer, Argelès-sur-Mer
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer 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 Argelès-sur-Mer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cité de Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer trains use the Carcassonne to Argelès-sur-Mer station pair. Use this guide to compare Cité de Carcassonne and Argelès-sur-Mer train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carcassonne 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
Argelès-sur-Mer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Table de Valmy, Restaurant La Mandoline
Ticket office support is available at Argelès-sur-Mer.
Available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Les Charmettes, Hôtel Beau Rivage, Hôtel Le Maritime.
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