The cheapest and fastest trains from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $30.
Of the 8 trains that leave Perpignan for Cité de Carcassonne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach and train for Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$27 Average Price | $12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne train times
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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876408 · 876245 | On time 7:05 am Perpignan station | 1h32 | 8:37 am Carcassonne | 1 change | |
86972 | On time 9:21 am Perpignan station | 1h28 | 10:49 am Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
86966+ 6823 | On time 11:09 am Perpignan station | 1h22 | 12:31 pm Carcassonne | 1 change | |
86970 | On time 1:12 pm Perpignan station | 1h29 | 2:41 pm Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
86974 | On time 3:07 pm Perpignan station | 1h25 | 4:32 pm Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
86978 | On time 5:10 pm Perpignan station | 1h29 | 6:39 pm Carcassonne | 0 changesdirect | |
876430+ 4766 | On time 6:09 pm Perpignan station | 1h21 | 7:30 pm Carcassonne | 1 change | |
86998+ 6825 | On time 7:09 pm Perpignan station | 1h25 | 8:34 pm Carcassonne | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne
Trains from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, SNCF from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, SNCF trains will get you between Perpignan and Cité de Carcassonne from $1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan to Cité de Carcassonne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cité de Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Perpignan, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Carcassonne, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Perpignan and Cité de Carcassonne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Boulevard Saint-Assiscle.
- Le Figuier
- La Galinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Perpignan
- Hotel de France
- Hotel Aragon
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Spain and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue du Maréchal Joffre.
- Restaurant Le Bistro
- La Table de Norbert
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Bastide
- Hotel Astoria
- Hotel Central
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for regional trains
- Hall 3: platform for long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station


