How to get to Montpellier?

How to get to Montpellier

Every year, thousands of travellers choose Montpellier to enjoy its cultural, historical and natural treasures. Here's everything you need to know to organise your trip.

🚄 Travelling by train: With more than 150 trains serving Montpellier every day, the train is a fast and comfortable option. SNCF, Ouigo and TGV InOui offer frequent, affordable journeys to the central Montpellier Saint-Roch station or the modern Montpellier Sud de France station.

🚌 Travelling by bus: The bus is an affordable alternative, with more than 200 daily journeys offered by companies such as FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Eurolines. Buses serve many French and European cities.

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Thanks to these many solutions, getting to Montpellier while sticking to your needs and budget is now easy.

What modes of transport are available to get to Montpellier

Here are the main options for reaching Montpellier:

• Train: A fast and convenient choice with regular journeys from Paris, Lyon, Marseille and many other major cities. Trains offer comfortable seats, air-conditioned carriages and services such as Wi-Fi.
• Bus: Ideal for smaller budgets, with routes served by FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Journeys often come with services such as free Wi-Fi and reclining seats.
• Carpooling: A friendly and affordable option with platforms such as BlaBlaCar, ideal for flexible, personalised journeys.

Whether you prefer the comfort of the train, the affordable price of the bus or the friendliness of carpooling, Montpellier is easy to reach.

What cities are near Montpellier

Want to explore the surrounding area? Here are three cities not to miss:

• Nîmes: Just 45 minutes away by train, this city is famous for its Roman monuments such as the Arena and the Maison Carrée.
• Béziers: A 30-minute train ride away, Béziers offers a rich medieval heritage, including Saint-Nazaire Cathedral and the Fonséranes locks.
• Sète: 20 minutes away by train, this charming port city is renowned for its canals, beaches and seafood specialities.

From Montpellier, you can also easily reach other French or European cities thanks to numerous train and bus connections.

Stations in Montpellier

Train stations

Montpellier has two main railway stations:

• Montpellier Saint-Roch: Located in the heart of the city, this station is ideal for exploring Montpellier and its surroundings. It's served by regional and national trains.
• Montpellier Sud de France: Newer and more modern, it offers TGV connections to major French cities such as Paris and Lyon.

Station	Address	Companies	Daily journeys
Montpellier Saint-Roch	1 Place Auguste Gibert, 34000 Montpellier	SNCF	150
Montpellier Sud de France	Avenue de la Gare, 34970 Montpellier	TGV, Ouigo	50

Bus stations

Montpellier's two main bus stations are:

• Gare routière de Montpellier: Located near the city centre, it serves long-distance and international buses.
• Gare de Montpellier Mosson: Ideal for regional and local journeys.

Station	Address	Companies	Daily journeys
Gare routière de Montpellier	Place Georges Frêche, 34267 Montpellier	FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus	100
Gare de Montpellier Mosson	3515 Rue de la Croix de Lavit, 34080 Montpellier	TAM	50

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