How to travel from Arles to Perpignan, France

The distance between Arles and Perpignan is around 228km (142 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Arles to Perpignan by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out PerpignanArles if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Perpignan.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €41($41)

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Bus

Take the bus to Nîmes - Gare Routière and then to Perpignan.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
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Drive

Drive to Perpignan.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance228km (142 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Arles and Perpignan

There are several options for getting from Arles to Perpignan by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €14 ($14) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €41 ($41).

The distance between Arles and Perpignan is around 228km (142 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 178km (111 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Arles and Perpignan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Arles to Perpignan is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €41 ($41).

The cheapest way to travel between Arles and Perpignan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €14 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Arles and Perpignan. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Arles to Perpignan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Narbonne. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 30m.

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Arles and Perpignan. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 2h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Arles and Perpignan. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Arles to Perpignan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Nîmes - Gare Routière and Parnasse. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

liO Occitanie, FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Arles and Perpignan. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Arles to Perpignan. We recommend that you take the train to Narbonne and then to Perpignan. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Perpignan is Mazamet Airport (DCM) (DCM) which is approximately 107km (67 miles) from Perpignan. Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS) (TLS) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Arles and Perpignan. The distance is around 228km (142 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Arles to Perpignan is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around €41 ($41).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Arles and Perpignan

Transport options from Arles to Perpignan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 30m
€41($41)
4 times a day252km (156 miles)
Train via Sete2h 30m
€59($59)
4 times a day252km (156 miles)
Bus
4h 30m
€14($14)
every 20 mins241km (150 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
€41($41)
on demand228km (142 miles)

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Airports near Perpignan

The following major airports near Perpignan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

DCM
Mazamet Airport (DCM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (67 miles) from Perpignan
TLS
Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS)
International Airport
Distance
161km (100 miles) from Perpignan
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
206km (128 miles) from Perpignan