Paris to Perpignan by train

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

The journey between Paris and Perpignan usually involves 3 changes of train.ZeroZero

Q: How long does it take to travel from Paris to Perpignan?

The Paris to Perpignan train travel takes about 4 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price US$85.50
30 days in advance US$161.50
7 days in advance US$184.00

First train

06:07
Last train

22:13

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

4hr 50m

Distance

687 kilometres
Trains per day

45

Avg. journey time

8hr 31m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 16, 2026

Paris to Perpignan train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Paris to Perpignan by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Paris to Perpignan take around 4 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 687 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Paris is scheduled to depart at around 06:07. The last departure is usually at around 22:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Paris at around 06:38, with the last train leaving at around 22:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$85.50.

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 Paris to Perpignan?

Yes, there is a direct train from Paris to Perpignan.

How long does it take to travel from Paris to Perpignan?

The Paris to Perpignan train travel takes about 4 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Paris to Perpignan train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Perpignan leaving Paris at around 06:07 and the last train leaving at around 22:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Paris at around 06:38, with the final departure at 22:13.

Perpignan to Paris by train

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TGV

The train from Paris to Perpignan is easy to organise and makes for a very pleasant ride. There are year-round TGV trains from Paris each day, with additional services during the main summer season.

Sit back and relax as France slides by beyond the window. To see the best of the coastal landscapes between Montpellier and Narbonne, choose a seat on the left side of the train. An alternative, yet much slower, route from Paris to Perpignan runs from Paris Austerlitz. There are two departures daily, an Intercités train in the morning and then an overnight service in the late evening.