How to travel from Perpignan to Avignon, France

The distance between Perpignan and Avignon is around 245km (152 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Perpignan to Avignon 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 AvignonPerpignan if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Narbonne

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Avignon Centre.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €42($42)

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Bus

Take the bus to Avignon.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €20($20)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Drive

Drive to Avignon.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Distance245km (152 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Perpignan and Avignon

There are several options for getting from Perpignan to Avignon by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €20 ($20) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €44 ($44).

The distance between Perpignan and Avignon is around 245km (152 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 208km (129 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Perpignan and Avignon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Perpignan to Avignon is to drive which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx €44 ($44).

The cheapest way to travel between Perpignan and Avignon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €20 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Perpignan and Avignon. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Perpignan and Avignon with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 10m.

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Perpignan and Avignon. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 3h 10m, 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 Perpignan and Avignon. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Perpignan to Avignon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Avignon. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Perpignan and Avignon. Buses run once daily and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Perpignan to Avignon. We recommend that you take the train to Avignon Centre. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Avignon is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) which is approximately 66km (41 miles) from Avignon. Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) and Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) 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 Perpignan and Avignon. The distance is around 245km (152 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Perpignan to Avignon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €40 ($40).

How do I get from Perpignan to Avignon

Compare travel optionsbetween Perpignan and Avignon

Transport options from Perpignan to Avignon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Narbonne + 1 similar
2h 55m
€42($42)
every 3 hours260km (161 miles)
Train3h 10m
€40($40)
every 20 mins260km (161 miles)
Bus
3h 55m
€20($20)
once daily260km (162 miles)
Drive
2h 30m
€44($44)
on demand245km (152 miles)

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Airports near Avignon

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

MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Avignon
MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
80km (49 miles) from Avignon
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Avignon