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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 14 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£25
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
1 h 36 m
Trains on 14 Oct
18
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Perpignan will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 18 trains from Montpellier to Perpignan, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
86985
876409 · 876253
876413 · 876255
86983
876407
09742
09730
6221
6229
9713Trains from Montpellier to Perpignan run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 22:20 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Perpignan trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4770+ 876431 | Delayed 19:10 21:05Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h42 | 22:47 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
876205 · 876105 | 6:10 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h10 | 8:20 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
86969 | 6:49 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h00 | 8:49 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
4752+ 86969 | 7:05 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h44 | 8:49 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
876405 · 876251 | 7:52 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h54 | 9:46 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
876407 | 8:52 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h58 | 10:50 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
4756+ 876407 | 9:06 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h44 | 10:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
09730 | 9:34 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h34 | 11:08 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
876409 · 876253 | 9:51 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h00 | 11:51 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
6221 | 10:17 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h40 | 11:57 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
86983 | 10:51 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h57 | 12:48 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
4758+ 86983 | 11:05 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h43 | 12:48 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
9713 | 11:16 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1h41 | 12:57 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
876413 · 876255 | 11:49 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h59 | 13:48 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
86985 | 12:51 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h59 | 14:50 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
4760+ 86985 | 13:07 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h43 | 14:50 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
6823+ 876257 | 14:09 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h44 | 15:53 Perpignan station | 1 change | |
6229 | 14:16 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h41 | 15:57 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
09742 | 16:28 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h25 | 17:53 Perpignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Perpignan trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Perpignan station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Perpignan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France 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 Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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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