How to travel from Perpignan to Nimes, France

The distance between Perpignan and Nimes is around 204km (126 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 Perpignan to Nimes 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 NimesPerpignan if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Narbonne

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Nimes.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €35($35)
Operated bySNCF+ 1 others

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Nîmes.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance204km (126 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Perpignan and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Perpignan to Nimes by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €14 ($14) and will take around 3h 30m. 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 Perpignan and Nimes is around 204km (126 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 173km (108 miles)

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

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

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

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

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Perpignan and Nimes. 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 Perpignan and Nimes. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Perpignan and Nimes with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 30m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Perpignan and Nimes. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 30m 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 Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Nimes. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Nimes is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Nimes. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) 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 Nimes. The distance is around 204km (126 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 Perpignan to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €30 ($30).

How do I get from Perpignan to Nimes

Compare travel optionsbetween Perpignan and Nimes

Transport options from Perpignan to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Narbonne + 1 similar
2h 20m
€35($35)
hourly211km (131 miles)
Train2h 35m
€30($30)
every 4 hours211km (131 miles)
Bus
3h 30m
€14($14)
every 20 mins207km (128 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€37($37)
on demand204km (126 miles)

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Airports near Nimes

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

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Nimes
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Nimes
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nimes