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Barcelona to Perpignan by train
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Cheapest Price CA$40.30
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30 days in advance CA$46.80
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7 days in advance CA$55.90
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First train06:10
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Last train18:30
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey1hr 19m
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Distance159 kilometres
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Trains per day32
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Avg. journey time1hr 23m
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Train operators
Barcelona to Perpignan train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Barcelona to Perpignan by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Barcelona to Perpignan take around 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 159 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around 06:10. The last departure is usually at around 18:30. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 32 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$40.30.
We think any time is a great time to visit Perpignan, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Perpignan.
Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Perpignan?
Yes, there is a direct train from Barcelona to Perpignan.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Barcelona to Perpignan?
The Barcelona to Perpignan train travel takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Barcelona to Perpignan train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Perpignan leaving Barcelona at around 06:10 and the last train leaving at around 18:30. This is the same at the weekend.
Other journeys to Perpignan View all journeys to Perpignan
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From London to Perpignan From CA$72.15
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From Paris to Perpignan From CA$92.30
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From Girona to Perpignan From CA$16.25
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From Avignon TGV to Perpignan From CA$72.15
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From Lyon to Perpignan From CA$16.25
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From Madrid to Perpignan From CA$126.75
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From Montpellier to Perpignan From CA$32.50
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From Toulouse to Perpignan From CA$24.05
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From Narbonne to Perpignan From CA$16.90
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From Béziers to Perpignan From CA$15.60
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From Collioure to Perpignan From CA$1.95
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From Lille to Perpignan From CA$16.25
Other journeys from Perpignan
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From Perpignan to Madrid From CA$101.40
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From Perpignan to Montpellier From CA$16.25
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From Perpignan to London From CA$72.15
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From Perpignan to Paris From CA$16.25
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From Perpignan to Girona From CA$16.25
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From Perpignan to Avignon TGV From CA$62.40
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From Perpignan to Lyon From CA$16.25
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From Perpignan to Cerbère From CA$1.95
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From Perpignan to Toulouse From CA$53.95
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From Perpignan to Narbonne From CA$16.90
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From Perpignan to Lille From CA$31.85
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From Perpignan to Argelès-sur-Mer From CA$1.95
Other journeys from Barcelona
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From Barcelona to Madrid From CA$8.45
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From Barcelona to Paris From CA$31.20
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From Barcelona to Seville From CA$15.60
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From Barcelona to Tarragona From CA$5.85
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From Barcelona to Benicàssim From CA$14.30
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From Barcelona to Córdoba From CA$10.40
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From Barcelona to Ronda From CA$206.70
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From Barcelona to Granada From CA$31.85
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From Barcelona to Zaragoza From CA$10.40
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From Barcelona to Málaga-María Zambrano From CA$16.25
TGV or AVE
The train from Barcelona to Perpignan is very fast, thanks to a new high-speed rail route which dives under the Pyrenees to link France and Spain. Both Spanish AVE and French TGV trains serve this cross-border route. For the best views of the Pyrenees, sit on the left side of the train.
If you prefer slow trains, you can also travel to Perpignan from Barcelona via the old line. The cross-border stretch along the rugged coast is very beautiful. Departures involve a change of train at Portbou.
Barcelona to Perpignan

Direct high-speed TGV or AVE trains depart from Barcelona Sants station. Your train will make two brief stops in Spain (at Girona and Figueres) before diving into the new Perthus Tunnel which runs through the Pyrenees. The Spanish-French border is in the middle of the tunnel.