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Perpignan to Barcelona by train
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Cheapest Price €51.26
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30 days in advance €73.04
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First train10:00
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Last train21:23
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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 day30
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Avg. journey time1hr 23m
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Train operators
Perpignan to Barcelona train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Perpignan to Barcelona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Perpignan to Barcelona take around 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 159 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Perpignan is scheduled to depart at around 10:00. The last departure is usually at around 21:23. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €51.26.
We think any time is a great time to visit Barcelona, 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 Barcelona.
Is there a direct train from Perpignan to Barcelona?
Yes, there is a direct train from Perpignan to Barcelona.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Perpignan to Barcelona?
The Perpignan to Barcelona train travel takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Perpignan to Barcelona train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barcelona leaving Perpignan at around 10:00 and the last train leaving at around 21:23. This is the same at the weekend.
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AVE or TGV
The train from Perpignan to Barcelona 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 right side of the train.
If you prefer slow trains, you can also travel from Perpignan to Barcelona via the old line. Running south from Perpignan, this route skirts the beautiful Côte Vermeille (Vermillion Coast). Departures involve a change of train at Portbou. Allow four hours to travel right through to Barcelona.
Perpignan to Barcelona

Direct high-speed TGV or AVE trains follow a new high-speed line south from Perpignan which cuts under the Pyrenees. Within 15 mins of leaving Perpignan, you’ll already be in Spain. All services on this route make just two intermediate stops, at Figueres and at Girona.