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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Limoges
Major fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, with enamels, paintings and regional collections in a historic setting.
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
1 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
1 h 5 m
Trains on 14 Sept
13
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Périgueux to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Périgueux to Limoges will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 13 trains from Périgueux to Limoges, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
L31 (868206)
D31 (865576)
L31 (868202)
L31 (868200)
L31 (868216)
D31 (865564)
D31 (865558)
D31 (865576)
D31 (865554)
L31 (865552)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Périgueux to Limoges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Périgueux to Limoges:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Périgueux to Limoges costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Limoges take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £14 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 SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Périgueux to Limoges trains for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D31 (865556) | 8:33 Périgueux station | 1h04 | 9:37 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L32 (865406) · L22 (869114) | 9:59 Périgueux station | 3h48 | 13:47 Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 change | |
L31 (868210) | 12:32 Périgueux station | 1h21 | 13:53 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L32 (865421)+ 3654 | 12:34 Périgueux station | 2h29 | 15:03 Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 change | |
L31 (865562) | 13:58 Périgueux station | 1h09 | 15:07 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (868218) | 16:32 Périgueux station | 1h21 | 17:53 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (868226) | 18:27 Périgueux station | 1h16 | 19:43 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
D31 (865574) | 19:44 Périgueux station | 1h03 | 20:47 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (868230) | 21:26 Périgueux station | 1h18 | 22:44 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
L31 (868200) | 4:31 Périgueux station | 1h14 | 5:45 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (868202) | 6:03 Périgueux station | 1h22 | 7:25 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (868206) | 7:00 Périgueux station | 1h25 | 8:25 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
L31 (865552) | 7:38 Périgueux station | 1h07 | 8:45 Limoges-Bénédictins | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Périgueux to Limoges run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 4:31 |
Last train 23:10 |
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Discover the best of Limoges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Limoges trip today.
Major fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, with enamels, paintings and regional collections in a historic setting.
Museum dedicated to Limoges porcelain, tracing local craftsmanship through historic pieces, techniques and changing styles.
Compact museum of the Resistance and deportation, presenting local wartime history through documents, objects and testimonies.
Historic district of narrow lanes, timber-framed houses and artisan character, ideal for wandering through old Limoges on foot.
Large urban park with lawns, flowerbeds and shaded paths, well suited to a relaxed walk near the cathedral quarter.
Central square with cafés, arcades and frequent activity, useful as a lively meeting point while exploring the city centre.
A rustic Limousin potato pie with cream and often lard or bacon, baked until golden. It is a regional comfort dish long linked to farm cooking.
Large chestnuts slowly candied in sugar syrup. Limousin chestnuts are a traditional local product, especially valued in autumn and festive confectionery.
Clafoutis made with Limousin cherries baked in a simple batter. It is one of the region’s best-known desserts and a classic summer speciality.
Established restaurant known for refined French cuisine with regional produce, offering a smart atmosphere suited to a leisurely dinner.
Popular crêperie in Limoges serving savoury galettes and sweet crêpes in a casual, dependable setting near the historic centre.
Traditional Limousin brasserie serving regional meat dishes and classic French cooking in a polished but relaxed city-centre setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Limoges-Bénédictins -> Place Jourdan, Limoges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Périgueux to Limoges 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 Limoges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Périgueux to Limoges trains use the Périgueux to Limoges-Benedictins station pair, with some services arriving at Limoges Montjovis. Use this guide to compare Périgueux and Limoges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Périgueux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Clos Saint-Front, L'Essentiel
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Périgueux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Périgueux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Périgueux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Périgueux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Périgueux: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals City, Hotel Regina, Mercure Périgueux Centre Hotel, Ibis Périgueux Centre.
Limoges-Benedictins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Buffet de Limoges
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located near the bus terminal access in the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 20:45, Sat: 08:00 - 20:45, Sun: 09:00 - 20:45. Information desks are located in the main concourse in the Services Area.
Available at Limoges-Benedictins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Limoges-Benedictins: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limoges-Benedictins: The station is fully accessible, and assistance is available for persons with disabilities.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Les Benedictins, Brit Hotel Limoges Centre Gare, Kyriad Limoges Centre Gare-Atrium.
Limoges Montjovis has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Limoges Montjovis.
ATMs are available at Limoges Montjovis.
Available at Limoges Montjovis: Parking, WC.
Available at Limoges Montjovis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limoges Montjovis.
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