How to Get to Collioure
by Car, Train, Bus and Boat
How to get to Collioure by car
Collioure is easily accessible by car as it’s located near the A9 motorway, which runs along the Mediterranean coast of France.
To get to Collioure from Perpignan: Take the D914 south towards Argelès-sur-Mer and then follow signs to Collioure. The drive typically takes about 45 minutes.
To get to Collioure From Barcelona: Head north on the AP-7 motorway (which becomes the A9 in France) towards Perpignan, and follow the same route as above from there. The drive from Barcelona takes about 3 hours.
A much longer “scenic route” is to go down the coast via Portbou, which is a majestic coastal drive via Cerbere and Banyuls-Sur-Mer, though the roads are very windy, so you have been warned!
Parking in Collioure
Collioure is a popular tourist destination, especially in the summer months, so it’s advisable to arrive early or make sure that you guarantee a car parking space at your hotel.
There are quite a few parking spots across Collioure, available to both residents and visitors, across town including:
Parking du Glacis:
Located near the Château Royal at Place Du 8 Mai 1945. It's a central spot, convenient for those visiting the historical sites and town centre.
Madeloc:
Situated on the Route de Madeloc, this area is likely to offer scenic views, being on the way up to the Tour Madeloc, an old watchtower.
Ravin du Douy:
This parking space is on Ravin Du Douy, which may offer closer access to some of the town's natural surroundings.
Place du 8 Mai 1945:
Another central parking spot in Collioure, likely near the commemorative square.
Pla de las Fourques:
Found on Rue Du Pla De Las Fourques, this parking may be slightly more removed from the immediate centre, offering a quieter location.
Route de Madeloc:
Another spot on the way towards the higher parts of Collioure, offering alternative parking options for visitors.
Gare de Collioure:
Near the train station on Rue Aristide Maillol, this is ideal for those arriving by or exploring the area via train.
Nouveau Cimetière:
This is likely a parking area near the town's new cemetery.
Parking fees in Collioure range from €0.50 for 15 minutes to €32.00 for 7 hours and most car parks charge in 15 minute increments and the rates do get more expensive the closer that you park in town.
There are also some parks that are only for residents residents or non-residents with a work contract, as well as disabled parking.
How to get to Collioure by train
A fantastic way to arrive to Collioure is by train.
Collioure has its own train station, Gare de Collioure, right in the centre of town, which makes it a convenient and ecofriendly way to reach by train.
The local train from Perpignan is slow, but is a very picturesque journey and after Collioure, it continues down the coast stopping at Port Vendres, Banyuls-sur-Mer, and Cerberes. If you would like to go to Spain from Cerbere, you can then take a Spanish train to Port Bou from there.
To get to Collioure by train from Paris:
First, take a TGV (high-speed train) from Paris to Perpignan, and then switch to a regional train to Collioure. The total travel time is approximately 6 hours since the local train is slow and stops at many little stations.
To get to Collioure by train from Barcelona:
You can take a direct fast train from Barcelona to Perpignan and then a local train to Collioure. The journey can take around 3 hours in total.
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How to get to Collioure by Bus
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The 66 Department have a wonderful and reliable 1 Euro bus network, which works across the region and is a cost-effective way to travel, though it is of course slower than the train or car.
The bus stops at "Centre Air Mer Soleil" and "Le Glacis" stations in Collioure.
In the case of the bus network, all bus routes lead to Perpignan where the main bus station hub is and from there, you can pretty much travel to any part of the department.
Perpignan to Collioure Bus Timetable:
See below, the bus timetable, correct as of writing for Perpignan to Banyuls-sur-Mer.
The bus operates daily, with varying schedules for school periods ("PÉRIODE SCOLAIRE") and small vacation periods ("PETITES VACANCES").
Certain times are highlighted, potentially indicating peak hours or times with higher passenger demand.
The dots in the top panel indicate which days the buses run at the specified times.
"LàS" means to "Lundi à Samedi" (Monday to Saturday), and "LàD" means "Lundi à Dimanche" (Monday to Sunday), indicating the bus service is available all week.
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Travelling from Perpignan to Collioure by bus:
The first bus leaves Perpignan at 06:30 on school days and 07:30 on vacation days.
The last bus departs from Perpignan at 18:10 on school days and 18:30 on vacation days.
Traveling from Collioure to Banyuls-sur-Mer:
The first bus from Collioure to Banyuls-sur-Mer leaves at 07:34 on school days and 08:34 on vacation days.
The last bus from Collioure to Banyuls-sur-Mer departs at 18:14 on school days and 18:34 on vacation days.
How to get to Collioure by Boat
For little yachts sailing in to Collioure, the Port is open and has 15 mooring buoys available, which are overseen by the local harbour master. For management and inquiries, there are two contact telephone numbers provided: Tel: +33 (0)4 68 82 17 69 and +33 (0)7 78 73 64 02
If you are looking for a more scenic route, taking a boat to Collioure can be an exciting option, especially during the tourist season.
During the summer months, there are boat trips to and from available from Argelès-sur-Mer and Port-Vendres, which are not only a practical way to travel, but also offer beautiful views of the coastline. It’s really best to go to the port and enquire there about boat trips once you arrive.
How to get to Collioure by Taxi
You can call a taxi to pick you up and take you to Collioure and there are 3 main taxi firms as follows:
Abillio Taxi Collioure: 07 62 12 68 68
Canal Taxi Collioure: 04 68 82 27 80.
Taxi David Collioure: 04 68 82 09 30
Often, taxis will be at this address as well: Place du 8 Mai 1945, Collioure.
How to get to Collioure by Bicycle
There are numerous trails and paths in to Collioure, which we hope to cover in a separate page soon. In the meantime, you can rent bikes at Xtrem Bike on 5 Rue de la Tour d’Auvergne, Collioure – Telephone: 04 68 82 59 77
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