The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Perpignan
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
8 h 44 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
653 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Perpignan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Perpignan will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Perpignan on Wed, Dec 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 10 the direct trains cover the 653 km distance in an average of 9 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 44 m .
On Wed, Dec 10 the slowest trains will take 9 h 14 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Perpignan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Perpignan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 405 miles (653 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€152 Average price | €82 Average price Cheapest |
9h 36m Average total duration Fastest 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 35m Average total duration 18h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Perpignan train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Perpignan trains for today, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:42 AM Basel | 9h15 | 7:57 PM Perpignan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:43 AM Basel | 9h14 | 7:57 PM Perpignan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:44 AM Basel | 9h13 | 7:57 PM Perpignan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Basel | 8h37 | 7:57 PM Perpignan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:34 PM Basel | 15h54 | 6:28 AM Perpignan | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Perpignan
Trains from Basel to Perpignan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $108 (€87) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 405 miles (653 km) distance in 7h 37m.
Distance 405 miles (653 km) |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 37m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Basel to Perpignan trainsTGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Basel and Perpignan from $56 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Perpignan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Perpignan 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 Perpignan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Perpignan
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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