- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
20 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 27 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Almeria to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almeria to Montpellier will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
It's difficult to get from Almeria to Montpellier without transferring at least once.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Almeria to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $152. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 16h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $152, and a bus costs an average of $178.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$178 Average price | $152 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 21m Average total duration Fastest 16h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 31m Average total duration 26h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Montpellier:
A train is $27 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Almeria to Montpellier costing on average $178 (€146).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 1m.
Tickets start at around $178 (€146) compared to roughly $222 (€182) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44 (€36). The journey takes 16h 51m versus 11h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $178 |
The table below shows live departures for Almeria to Montpellier buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal+ 3182 | 8:00 AM Almería, Puerto | 20h45 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Almería, Puerto | 20h45 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:00 AM Almería, Puerto | 20h45 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:30 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 20h15 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 20h15 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 3182 | 8:30 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 20h15 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Almeria to Montpellier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $178 (€146) but you can travel from only $152 (€124) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 19:15. The fastest bus covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 27h 50m.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $178 (€146) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 27h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Contemporary art center in a historic building, known for ambitious rotating exhibitions and a strong local creative scene connection.
Large contemporary art venue presenting international themed exhibitions in a renovated cultural complex near the center.
Montpellier’s historic center, packed with winding lanes, courtyards, boutiques, and lively squares; the essential area to explore on foot.
Grand esplanade with city views, monuments, and sunset appeal; one of the most scenic walking areas in Montpellier.
Striking neoclassical district designed by Ricardo Bofill, popular for architecture photography and wide pedestrian spaces.
A round pie from nearby Sète filled with octopus in a spicy tomato sauce. It is one of the best-known local specialties of the Hérault coast.
A creamy salt cod emulsion, traditionally mixed with olive oil and sometimes milk or potato. Nîmes is famous for it, and it is widely eaten in Montpellier.
A small sweet-savory pastry from nearby Pézenas, usually filled with lamb, suet, and spices. It reflects the historic cuisine of the wider Montpellier area.
An established fine dining address led by chef Jacques et Laurent Pourcel alumni influence, known for polished contemporary French cuisine and careful presentation.
A well-known restaurant in Montpellier’s historic center with a charming courtyard garden. It serves refined French cuisine in an elegant but relaxed setting.
A long-running restaurant near the old town, appreciated for classic regional and French dishes in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Budget eats are reasonable, but central hotels and sit-down dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafes.
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