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Musée lapidaire du Château Comtal
Museum inside the château presenting archaeological finds, sculpture and interpretation of the citadel’s history. A practical complement to the ramparts visit.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 14 trains that leave Collioure for Cité de Carcassonne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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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4762Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 97 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:40 Collioure | 2h59 | 11:39 Cité de Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 20:22 |
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Museum inside the château presenting archaeological finds, sculpture and interpretation of the citadel’s history. A practical complement to the ramparts visit.
Fine arts museum in the bastide with paintings, ceramics and decorative arts. A quieter cultural stop away from the busiest lanes of the citadel.
Small museum in the old city displaying schoolrooms, copybooks and teaching objects. It offers a nostalgic look at everyday education in earlier times.
Lively central square in the citadel lined with historic buildings and terraces. It is a useful meeting point and a good place to absorb the atmosphere.
Central square in Bastide Saint-Louis with a fountain, market activity and regular local life. A pleasant contrast to the more touristic citadel streets.
Pleasant pedestrian area along the Canal du Midi with shade, boats and calm views. A good break from the citadel and a favourite local walking spot.
Slow-cooked white bean and meat stew from the wider Languedoc area, deeply tied to Carcassonne and prized for its rich, rustic flavour.
Gently confit duck leg, often served with cassoulet or potatoes. It is a classic south-west French preparation valued for its tender meat and crisp skin.
Duck gizzards slowly cooked in fat, then served warm in salads. A traditional regional ingredient that reflects the area’s duck-based cuisine.
Polished restaurant in Hotel de la Cité offering refined regional cuisine and a more elegant atmosphere for a leisurely meal.
Traditional restaurant inside the medieval city known for cassoulet and regional dishes in a historic, atmospheric setting.
Established dining room near the château serving south-west French classics, with a refined but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for France: lodging in and near the citadel can be tourist-priced, but casual meals and local buses remain reasonable versus larger French city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Collioure to Cité de Carcassonne trains use the Collioure to Carcassonne station pair. Use this guide to compare Collioure and Cité de Carcassonne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Collioure has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bar À Anchois, Restaurant Le Neptune
Ticket office support is available at Collioure. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Collioure: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Collioure: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Collioure: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Madeloc, Le Relais des Trois Mas, Hôtel Casa Païral.
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.
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