1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 11 Sept
12
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Sète is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Sète will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 12 trains from Perpignan to Sète, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
876258 · 876420
876256 · 876416
876260 · 876424
876414
876410 · 876412
6258
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876252+
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876414Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Sète among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 102 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Perpignan to Sète:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perpignan to Sète costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Sète take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 53m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 30m by train vs 1h 34m by car) and roughly £15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £34). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Sète trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876262+ 6875 | On time 18:10 Perpignan station | 1h28 | 19:38 Sète station | 1 change | |
86996 | On time 19:10 Perpignan station | 1h46 | 20:56 Frontignan station | 0 changesdirect | |
86996 | On time 19:10 Perpignan station | 1h39 | 20:49 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
876252+ 6871 | 8:07 Perpignan station | 1h30 | 9:37 Sète station | 1 change | |
876410 · 876412 | 9:09 Perpignan station | 1h40 | 10:49 Sète station | 1 change | |
876414 | 11:11 Perpignan station | 1h37 | 12:48 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
876414+ 4657 | 11:11 Perpignan station | 1h24 | 12:35 Sète station | 1 change | |
876256 · 876416 | 12:09 Perpignan station | 1h40 | 13:49 Sète station | 1 change | |
6258 | 13:02 Perpignan station | 1h23 | 14:25 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
86990 · 876542 | 13:10 Perpignan station | 2h00 | 15:10 Sète station | 1 change | |
876258 · 876420 | 14:12 Perpignan station | 1h40 | 15:52 Sète station | 1 change | |
86992 | 15:06 Perpignan station | 1h43 | 16:49 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
876260 · 876424 | 16:07 Perpignan station | 1h41 | 17:48 Sète station | 1 change | |
6260 | 17:02 Perpignan station | 1h24 | 18:26 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
86994 | 17:09 Perpignan station | 1h40 | 18:49 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Perpignan to Sète run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 22:38 |
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Discover the best of Sète — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sète trip today.
Museum on Paul Valéry with art, manuscripts and exhibitions, plus one of the city’s finest viewpoints above the Mediterranean and marine cemetery.
Dedicated to Georges Brassens, this interactive museum explores the singer’s life, songs and influence through recordings, objects and displays.
Regional contemporary art centre in a former warehouse, showing changing exhibitions by French and international artists near the old harbour.
Panoramic hill above Sète with walking routes, gardens and sweeping views over the port, sea, beaches and Thau lagoon.
Lively canal lined with quays, boats and townhouses. It captures Sète’s maritime character and is especially pleasant for an evening stroll.
The city’s main seafront promenade, ideal for walking beside the beach, with broad sea views and easy access to the Corniche district.
A rich tomato and saffron fish soup with monkfish or conger, potatoes and aioli. It is Sète’s signature fishermen’s dish.
Octopus stuffed with a savoury mixture, then gently braised in tomato sauce. A classic Sétois family dish linked to local Italian heritage.
Cuttlefish simmered in a tomato, wine and herb sauce, often served with rice or pasta. A staple of Sète’s port cooking.
Elegant restaurant focused on polished fish and seafood cookery, suited to a more leisurely dinner near the harbour.
Well-regarded waterside address serving refined Mediterranean dishes, especially seafood, in a smart but relaxed setting.
Lively seafood restaurant on the quays, known for shellfish platters, local fish and a traditional port atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: lodging rises in summer, seafood dining is mid-priced, and local buses are inexpensive.
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 if you wish.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan to Sète 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 Sète, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Perpignan to Sète trains use the Perpignan to Sète station pair. Use this guide to compare Perpignan and Sète train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète 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 Grand Bleu, La Marine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
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