How to travel from Bayonne to Perpignan, France

The distance between Bayonne and Perpignan is around 494km (307 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bayonne 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 PerpignanBayonne if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Toulouse Matabiau and then to Perpignan.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Toulouse and then to Perpignan.

  • Duration7hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €33($33)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Perpignan.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Distance494km (307 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bayonne and Perpignan

There are several options for getting from Bayonne to Perpignan by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €33 ($33) and will take around 7hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €89 ($89).

The distance between Bayonne and Perpignan is around 494km (307 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 366km (227 miles)

It takes around 5h 55m to get from Bayonne and Perpignan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bayonne to Perpignan is to drive which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx €89 ($89).

The cheapest way to travel between Bayonne and Perpignan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €33 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bayonne and Perpignan. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bayonne to Perpignan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Toulouse Matabiau. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 55m.

SNCF run train services between Bayonne and Perpignan. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 5h 55m, 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 Bayonne and Perpignan. It typically takes around 7hrs and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Bayonne to Perpignan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Toulouse. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 7hrs.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Bayonne and Perpignan. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 7hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bayonne to Perpignan. We recommend that you take the train to Toulouse Matabiau and then to Perpignan. instead which will take 5h 55m.

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 Bayonne and Perpignan. The distance is around 494km (307 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bayonne to Perpignan is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 55m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Bayonne to Perpignan

Compare travel optionsbetween Bayonne and Perpignan

Transport options from Bayonne to Perpignan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
5h 55m
€85($85)
4 times a day535km (332 miles)
Bus
7hrs
€33($33)
every 20 mins517km (321 miles)
Drive
4h 30m
€89($89)
on demand494km (307 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