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    Perpignan to Barcelona by train

    Thanks to frequent direct train services from Perpignan, reaching sunny Barcelona is quick and easy. The journey from Perpignan station to Barcelona will take you just an hour and 20 minutes on the high-speed Renfe-SNCF trains. You’ll arrive at the modern Barcelona Sants station, which is kitted out like a small airport. From here, you can get the bus or the metro to the city centre. Spend your day gaping at Gaudi’s striking architecture or head to the beach for some seafront tapas.

    If you want to treat yourself, opt for one of the spacious seats in Preferente (First Class) to arrive at your destination even more refreshed, although all classes offer comfortable seating and power sockets. Find out more by scrolling down for FAQs and train times.

    Perpignan to Barcelona Sants by train

    It takes an average of 2h 17m to travel from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (159 km). There are normally 7 trains per day traveling from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants and tickets for this journey start from $35.49 when you book in advance.

    First train

    8:54 am

    Last train

    8:07 pm

    Departure station

    Perpignan

    Arrival station

    Barcelona Sants

    Journey time

    From 1h 20m

    Distance

    99 miles (159 km)

    Frequency

    7 trains per day

    Changes

    Direct trains available

    Price

    From $35.49

    Train and bus operators

    ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Renfe, SNCF, SNCF Voyageurs, Sagalés (Bus)

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    Want to know more about your journey from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

    How do you get to Barcelona Sants from Perpignan?

    To travel to Barcelona Sants from Perpignan, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 20 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

    How long is the train ride from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    Trains from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants take an average of 2 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 20 minutes. You'll usually find 7 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

    How much is the train to Barcelona Sants from Perpignan?

    Train tickets to Barcelona Sants from Perpignan can start from $35.49 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

    Can I get a high-speed train from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    Yes, you can get a high-speed train from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants in as little as 1 hour and 20 minutes on the fastest services. High-speed trains from TGV offer a range of classes and onboard services - take a look to see what suits you best!

    What are the train times from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    Check out the next trains departing from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants for Friday Sep 26th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesTrainDuration
    8:54 amPerpignan12:32 pmBarcelona Sants86969 SNCF Voyageurs Get tickets3h 38m, 2 changes
    11:18 amPerpignan12:38 pmBarcelona Santsave 9730 Get tickets1h 20m, direct
    1:07 pmPerpignan2:29 pmBarcelona Santstgv inoui 9713 SNCF Voyageurs Get tickets1h 22m, direct
    2:54 pmPerpignan6:05 pmBarcelona Sants86985 SNCF Voyageurs Get tickets3h 11m, 2 changes
    2:54 pmPerpignan6:40 pmBarcelona Sants86985 SNCF Voyageurs Get tickets3h 46m, 1 change
    6:11 pmPerpignan7:33 pmBarcelona Santsave 9742 Get tickets1h 22m, direct

    TGV, SNCF, Renfe and Avant trains from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants

    You can travel from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants on TGV, SNCF, Renfe and Avant trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    PhotoErmell, under licence CC BY-SA 3.0

    TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 200 mph (320 km/h). All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and fold-down tables. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with flexible fare options available and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.

    PhotoCtruongngoc, under licence CC BY-SA 3.0

    SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).

    Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.

    Able to reach speeds of at 155 mph (250 km/h), Avant trains operate short and medium distance high-speed services. These trains are intended to cover journeys within the same autonomous community or in two neighbouring communities. For this reason, trains generally don’t offer catering services and travel less than 125 miles (200 km). They have two types of comfort classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class).

    What TGV INOUI, AVE, Avlo and Avant classes are there from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by TGV INOUI, AVE, Avlo and Avant when traveling from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants.

    What are the onboard services on TGV INOUI, AVE, Avlo and Avant?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    On board TGV INOUI trains, you can take up to 2 pieces of luggage measuring no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm (27.5 x 35.4 x 19.6 inches), plus one hand luggage measuring no more than 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9 inches). If you are bringing an XL baggage (maximum 90 x 130 cm or 35.4 x 51.1 inches), it will replace one of the two 70 x 90 x 50 cm (27.5 x 35.4 x 19.6 inches) pieces of luggage authorised.

    All your luggage must be labelled before entering the train.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    All TGV INOUI trains are equipped with a café-bar car offering a range of food and drink to suit you at any time of day. The Bar is always situated in car 4 or 14 of the train. There's a range of local and responsibly sourced products on offer.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    TGV INOUI trains have free WiFi on board for you to use throughout your journey, allowing you to stay connected, reply to emails or even relax and enjoy what's offered on the TGV INOUI entertainment portal.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Children under 12 can get a half price ticket on TGV INOUI trains. Children under 4 travel free when they travel on your lap.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    If you've got a foldable bicycle, you can take it on the train as hand baggage, so long as it's no larger than 130 x 90 cm once folded. Or, if you can dismantle your bike, you can transport it in a cover or case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. You can still travel with a bike that cannot be folded or dismantled - you'll need to reserve a bike space on the train when you buy your ticket. Bike tickets cost €10 per bike, per journey.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Small pets are allowed on board TGV INOUI trains provided they weigh less than 10kg. They must travel in a carrier no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Tickets for small pets cost €7. Larger dogs can also travel on TGV INOUI services, provided they are wearing a muzzle and are kept on a leash. Tickets for larger dogs cost €20. Guide dogs and assistance dogs travel free of charge on all SNCF trains.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of baggage that do not exceed 290cm (114.1 inches) and 25kg (55.1 pounds). In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of baggage are 85 x 55 x 35cm (33.4 x 21.6 x 13.7 inches). Musical instruments also count as hand baggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38cm (11.8 x 47.2 x 14.9 inches) and are stored in a case.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard dining car. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff will pass through each car with a food and drink cart.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment pass. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm (70.8 inches), it's considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm or 47.2 x 35.4 x 15.7 inches).

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg (22 pounds) and travels inside a cage or carrier that measures max 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23 x 13 x 13 inches). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re traveling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    Traveling with a Básica ticket on an Avlo train? You can travel with 1 piece of hand baggage and 1 suitcase. Both pieces of baggage are not subject to a weight limit, but the hand baggage cannot exceed 27cm (10.6") x 36cm (14.1") x 25cm (9.8") and the suitcase cannot exceed 55cm (21.6") x 35cm (13.7") x 25cm (9.8") in dimensions. If you’d like to add 1 extra piece of baggage, you’ll need to pay a fee of €10 if you buy it at the time of purchase and €30 if you get it at the station.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    On Avlo trains, there is no onboard dining service. However, you will find a vending machine, serving a diverse variety of hot and cold drinks and snacks. Please note that the vending machine only accepts card payments.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    If you’re traveling with Avlo, you can enjoy free WiFi through the PlayRenfe platform. As soon as you’re connected you can enjoy films, television shows, newspapers and much more.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Children under 3 years old travel for free with Avlo, as long as they do not occupy a seat. Children under 14 travel for €5 (maximum of 2 child tickets per adult).

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Only folding bikes and scooters are allowed on board Avlo trains, as long as they do not exceed the dimensions permitted for suitcases – 55 x 35 x 25cm (21.6" x 13.7" x 9.8").

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    You can travel with your pet for only €10 ($11.01), provided that you have a small pet, such as a dog, cat, ferret or bird (not poultry). Your pet must not weigh more than 10 kg (22 lbs) and must travel inside a cage or carrier, which must not exceed dimensions of 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23.6" x 13.7" x 13.7").

    Please note there is a maximum of 1 pet per person and all pets must always travel with their own pet ticket and not take up a seat. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on the train free of charge.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    With Avlo, passengers with reduced mobility can request the assistance service. For more information, contact Avlo directly.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    With Avant, you can take up to 3 pieces of baggage, as long as they do not exceed 290cm (114.1 inches) and 25kg (55.1 pounds) in total. On Avant trains, pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm (11.8 x 47.2 x 14.9 inches) are also considered hand baggage.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    If you’d like to stretch your legs, most Avant trains have a café carriage, and in case you’d prefer to stay in your seat, a mobile bar service.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Avant trains do not offer Wi-Fi, but you can watch the films or documentaries that are broadcast in each carriage.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Children up to 3 years old travel for free as long as they don’t occupy a seat, but they will need a free child ticket. Children between 3 and 14 years old have a 40% discount on the general price.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You can take your bike or skateboard if it is folded, travels inside a cover and is less than 180 cm (70.8 inches) in total. If the dimensions exceed 180 cm, it will be considered special luggage and must travel with the pedals removed, the handlebars turned 90 degrees and dimensions less than 120 x 90 x 40 cm (47.2 x 35.4 x 15.7 inches).

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Your pet can accompany you as long as it weighs less than 10 kg (22 pounds), travels with a pet ticket, doesn’t occupy a seat and is inside a carrier with max dimensions 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23 x 13 x 13 inches). The ticket price is 25% of the standard ticket price, except in first class, which will be free.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    Avant has an assistance service for people with reduced mobility or disabilities, to request it contact Avant directly.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Perpignan to Barcelona Sants starts at $35.49§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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