How to travel from Nimes to Perpignan, France

The distance between Nimes and Perpignan is around 202km (125 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Nimes 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 PerpignanNimes if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Narbonne

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Perpignan.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €35($35)
Operated bySNCF+ 1 others

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Perpignan.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Perpignan.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance202km (125 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nimes and Perpignan

There are several options for getting from Nimes to Perpignan by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €14 ($14) and will take around 3h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €37 ($37).

The distance between Nimes and Perpignan is around 202km (125 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 173km (108 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Nimes and Perpignan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nimes to Perpignan is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €37 ($37).

The cheapest way to travel between Nimes 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 Nimes and Perpignan. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Nimes and Perpignan with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2h 35m.

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Nimes and Perpignan. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 35m, 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 Nimes and Perpignan. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Nimes and Perpignan with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 20m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Nimes and Perpignan. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nimes to Perpignan. We recommend that you take the train to Perpignan. instead which will take 2h 35m.

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 Nimes and Perpignan. The distance is around 202km (125 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nimes to Perpignan is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €30 ($30).

How do I get from Nimes to Perpignan

Compare travel optionsbetween Nimes and Perpignan

Transport options from Nimes to Perpignan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Narbonne + 1 similar
2h 25m
€35($35)
hourly211km (131 miles)
Train2h 35m
€30($30)
every 4 hours211km (131 miles)
Bus
3h 20m
€14($14)
every 20 mins205km (127 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€37($37)
on demand202km (125 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