How to travel from Marseille to Perpignan, France

The distance between Marseille and Perpignan is around 317km (197 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Perpignan.

  • Duration3h 5m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Perpignan.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
Operated byBlablabus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Perpignan.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance317km (197 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Marseille and Perpignan

There are several options for getting from Marseille 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 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €57 ($57).

The distance between Marseille and Perpignan is around 317km (197 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 212km (132 miles)

It takes around 3h 5m to get from Marseille and Perpignan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Marseille to Perpignan is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx €57 ($57).

The cheapest way to travel between Marseille 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 Marseille and Perpignan. It typically takes around 3h 5m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Marseille and Perpignan with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3h 5m.

Renfe SNCF run train services between Marseille and Perpignan. Trains depart once daily and will take around 3h 5m, 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 Marseille and Perpignan. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Marseille and Perpignan with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 4h 40m.

Blablabus run regular bus services between Marseille and Perpignan. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 4h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Marseille to Perpignan. We recommend that you take the train to Perpignan. instead which will take 3h 5m.

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 Marseille and Perpignan. The distance is around 317km (197 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Marseille to Perpignan is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around €55 ($55).

How do I get from Marseille to Perpignan

Compare travel optionsbetween Marseille and Perpignan

Transport options from Marseille to Perpignan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 5m
€55($55)
once daily345km (214 miles)
Bus
4h 40m
€14($14)
every 20 mins320km (199 miles)
Drive
3hrs
€57($57)
on demand317km (197 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