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Musée d'art Hyacinthe Rigaud
Fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture and decorative arts from the Gothic period to the modern era.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 21 m
Trains on 15 Sept
8
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Perpignan will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 8 trains from Marseille to Perpignan, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
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86987Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 213 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Perpignan:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Perpignan costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Perpignan take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 13m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £31. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Perpignan trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4766+ 876427 | 17:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h28 | 20:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
876566+ 6277 | On time 18:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h35 | 21:57 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
4770+ 876431 | 19:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h26 | 22:47 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
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09730 | 8:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h04 | 11:08 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
4758+ 86983 | 9:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h24 | 12:48 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
4760+ 86985 | 11:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h28 | 14:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
4762+ 86987 | 13:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h26 | 16:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
4764+ 86989 | 15:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h26 | 18:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Marseille to Perpignan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 19:41 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Perpignan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Perpignan trip today.
Fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture and decorative arts from the Gothic period to the modern era.
Museum inside Le Castillet tracing local history and Catalan traditions, with access to the panoramic tower.
Contemporary art centre hosting rotating exhibitions, installations and photography in a striking former cinema.
Lively central square lined with cafés and palms, ideal for people-watching and a base for exploring the old town.
Historic quarter known for colourful streets, local life and access to Saint-Jacques and major monuments.
Riverside green promenade with plane trees, footbridges and open views towards the city’s historic skyline.
A Catalan seafood stew from the Roussillon coast, made with fish, shellfish and aioli. It reflects Perpignan’s strong links to Mediterranean and Catalan cooking.
A hearty Catalan white bean and pork casserole, often with sausages or cured meats. It is a traditional mountain and winter dish in French Catalonia.
Catalan meatballs simmered in a rich tomato and olive sauce, sometimes with mushrooms. It is one of the best-known home-style dishes around Perpignan.
Stylish restaurant known for careful modern French plates and seasonal produce in an intimate dining room.
Elegant city-centre restaurant serving refined Catalan and French cooking in a polished but welcoming setting.
Popular traditional address for Catalan specialities and regional dishes, with a warm brasserie atmosphere near the centre.
Moderate for southern France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Nice or Paris, while local buses and simple meals remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés only if service was good.
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Gare de Perpignan -> Place de Catalogne, Perpignan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

Most Marseille to Perpignan trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Perpignan station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Perpignan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
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Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
Perpignan is 1 km from Perpignan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Figuier, La Galinette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Perpignan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perpignan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perpignan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perpignan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perpignan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Perpignan, Hotel de France, Hotel Aragon.
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