How to travel from Perpignan to Bayonne, France

The distance between Perpignan and Bayonne is around 496km (308 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 Perpignan to Bayonne 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 BayonnePerpignan if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Toulouse Matabiau and then to Bayonne.

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Toulouse and then to Bayonne.

  • Duration7hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €32($32)
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Drive

Drive to Bayonne.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Distance496km (308 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Perpignan and Bayonne

There are several options for getting from Perpignan to Bayonne by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €32 ($32) 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 Perpignan and Bayonne is around 496km (308 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 366km (227 miles)

It takes around 6h 25m to get from Perpignan and Bayonne by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 30m to drive there.

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

The cheapest way to travel between Perpignan and Bayonne, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €32 ($32) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Perpignan and Bayonne. It typically takes around 6h 25m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Perpignan to Bayonne. 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 6h 25m.

SNCF run train services between Perpignan and Bayonne. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 6h 25m, 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 Bayonne. It typically takes around 7hrs and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Perpignan to Bayonne. 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 Perpignan and Bayonne. 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 Perpignan to Bayonne. We recommend that you take the train to Toulouse Matabiau and then to Bayonne. instead which will take 6h 25m.

The closest major airport to Bayonne is Tarbes Ossun Lourdes Airport (LDE) (LDE) which is approximately 124km (77 miles) from Bayonne. Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) (BOD) and Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS) (TLS) 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 Bayonne. The distance is around 496km (308 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 Perpignan to Bayonne is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Perpignan to Bayonne

Compare travel optionsbetween Perpignan and Bayonne

Transport options from Perpignan to Bayonne
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
6h 25m
€85($85)
4 times a day535km (332 miles)
Bus
7hrs
€32($32)
every 20 mins513km (319 miles)
Drive
4h 30m
€89($89)
on demand496km (308 miles)

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Airports near Bayonne

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

LDE
Tarbes Ossun Lourdes Airport (LDE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
124km (77 miles) from Bayonne
BOD
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)
International Airport
Distance
161km (100 miles) from Bayonne
TLS
Toulouse–Blagnac Airport (TLS)
International Airport
Distance
230km (143 miles) from Bayonne