Barcelona to Perpignan by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Perpignan?

The journey between Barcelona and Perpignan usually involves 6 changes of train.ZeroTrains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

Q: 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.

Cheapest Price £22.90
30 days in advance £27.03
7 days in advance £32.29

First train

06:10
Last train

18:30

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

1hr 19m

Distance

159 kilometres
Trains per day

32

Avg. journey time

1hr 23m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 17, 2026

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 £22.90.

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.

Perpignan to Barcelona by train

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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.