Madrid to Perpignan train with iryo

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Perpignan

Showing times and prices for 16 Apr

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£108

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 39 m

Trains per day

34

Distance

605 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Perpignan will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

Of the 34 trains that leave Madrid for Perpignan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 605 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 28 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.

  • iryo06111+InternorteNormal
    11:2211h08
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    22:30Perpignan, Gare routière
    £781One-way
    1 change
  • iryo06111+AlsaNormal
    11:2211h08
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    22:30Perpignan, Gare routière
    £781One-way
    1 change
  • iryo06111+InternorteNormal
    11:2212h48
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    0:10Perpignan, Gare routière
    £791One-way
    1 change
  • iryo06281+AlsaNormal
    8:508h40
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    17:30Perpignan, Gare routière
    £871One-way
    1 change
  • iryo06071+AlsaNormal
    7:227h33
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    14:55Perpignan, Gare routière
    £871One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Madrid to Perpignan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. 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 coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £67.

Distance: 605 km

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Coach

£127

Average Price

£36

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6h 4m

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5h 34m

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Additional time*

10h 19m

Average total duration

9h 49m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Live departures

Madrid to Perpignan train times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Perpignan trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
iryo06261+alsaNormal4:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h46
12:55 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06261+internorteNormal4:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11h16
15:25 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06261+internorteNormal4:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h46
12:55 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06071+alsaNormal5:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
12:55 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06071+alsaNormal5:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
10h08
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06071+internorteNormal5:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
12:55 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06081+RenfeAVE09725
On time
6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h33
15:55 Perpignan station		1 change
iryo06081+internorteNormal
On time
6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h08
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière		1 change
iryo06081+alsaNormal
On time
6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h08
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière		1 change
iryo06281+alsaNormal
On time
6:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h40
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière		1 change
iryo06281+RenfeAVE09725
On time
6:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h05
15:55 Perpignan station		1 change
iryo06281+internorteNormal
On time
6:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h40
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière		1 change
iryo06091+internorteNormal7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h03
15:25 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06091+alsaNormal7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h03
15:25 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06091+internorteNormal7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h08
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06011+alsaNormal7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h28
15:25 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06011+internorteNormal7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h28
15:25 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06011+alsaNormal7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
15:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06111+internorteNormal9:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11h08
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06111+alsaNormal9:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11h08
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06111+internorteNormal9:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
12h48
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06121+alsaNormal10:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
10h08
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06121+internorteNormal10:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
10h08
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06121+internorteNormal10:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11h48
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
RenfeAVE09725
On time
10:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
5h05
15:55 Perpignan station		0 changesdirect
iryo06021+internorteNormal12:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h48
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06021+alsaNormal12:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h48
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06021+internorteNormal12:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h28
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06151+internorteNormal13:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
6h38
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06151+alsaNormal13:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h18
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06151+alsaNormal13:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
6h38
20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06161+internorteNormal14:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06161+alsaNormal14:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change
iryo06161+internorteNormal14:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
7h33
22:10 Perpignan, Gare routière1 change

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Why should you book Madrid to Perpignan trains with Omio?

iryo as well as AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros and more offer trains services from Madrid to Perpignan.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Perpignan.

Why book with Omio vs iryo?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for iryo, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE, SNCF OUIGO or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Perpignan.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of AVE, SNCF OUIGO or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Perpignan.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Perpignan.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Perpignan?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Perpignan is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Perpignan route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Perpignan per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Perpignan.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Perpignan

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Trains from Madrid to Perpignan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 18:32. The fastest train covers the 605 km distance in 4h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
605 km
Average train duration
5h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£67
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 40m
First train
2:15
Last train
18:32
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
6 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: iryo, AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Perpignan trainsiryo, AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Perpignan from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 12m
Cheapest Price
£110
iryo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about iryo

AVE

About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£67
AVE frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about AVE

SNCF OUIGO

About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
SNCF OUIGO frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 22m
Cheapest Price
£57
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Madrid to Perpignan train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Madrid to Perpignan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £127.
The train from Madrid to Perpignan takes 4h 40m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Madrid to Perpignan is 605 km.
The first train from Madrid to Perpignan leaves at 2:15.
The last train from Madrid to Perpignan departs at 18:32.
Trains from Madrid to Perpignan run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Madrid to Perpignan.
Yes, there is a direct train between Madrid and Perpignan. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Madrid to Perpignan, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Madrid to Perpignan.
The train station in Madrid that goes to Perpignan is Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and it arrives at Perpignan station.
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Perpignan is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Madrid to Perpignan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Madrid to Perpignan offers scenic views, particularly as it traverses the picturesque landscapes of Catalonia and the Pyrenees. Passengers can enjoy a mix of rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming villages along the way.
A day trip from Madrid to Perpignan is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 40m. The distance is 605 km, and the frequency is 1 train per day.
In Perpignan, you can explore vibrant local markets for regional delicacies and unique souvenirs, enjoy a stroll through the Jardin de la Miranda, a peaceful garden retreat, and attend cultural performances at the Théâtre de l'Archipel. Discover the local wine scene with a tasting tour at nearby vineyards, and take a guided walking tour to learn about the city's rich history and architecture. Visit the Palace of the Kings of Majorca for panoramic views, the Gothic-style Perpignan Cathedral, the historic Castillet, Le Campo Santo, and the Musée Hyacinthe Rigaud, which showcases works by artists like Picasso and Dufy.
To explore Perpignan's main attractions, including the Palace of the Kings of Majorca, Le Castillet, and the local markets, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Madrid to Perpignan.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Perpignan

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Perpignan
The major train station for departures in Madrid is Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for your trip from Madrid to Perpignan.
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Glorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Passion Food
  • La Barrila
  • Enrique Tomás
  • Pic Nic
  • Foodissimo!
  • PureGusto
  • Burger King
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Hotel
Hotel
  • 60 Balconies Urban Stay
  • Only YOU Hotel Atocha
  • SLEEP’N Atocha
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • On the ground floor of the main concourse.
Public transport options for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
  • 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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