- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Annecy station to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy station to Montpellier will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 14 buses that leave Annecy station for Montpellier on Sat, Jul 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct buses cover the 310 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy station to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 192 miles (310 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price | $276 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 24m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Annecy station to Montpellier:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy station to Montpellier costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $249 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annecy station to Montpellier costing on average $276 (€227).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
Flight takes on average 7h 24m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $133 (€109) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $105 (€86). The journey takes 4h 42m versus 3h 44m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Annecy station to Montpellier buses for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 AM Annecy station | 6h35 | 2:20 PM Montpellier | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Annecy station | 5h40 | 2:30 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Annecy station | 8h00 | 5:30 PM Montpellier | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Annecy station | 6h40 | 4:25 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Annecy station | 7h25 | 6:35 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Annecy station | 6h25 | 6:10 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Annecy station | 5h45 | 8:05 PM Montpellier | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Annecy station | 6h35 | 12:25 AM Montpellier | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Annecy station | 8h40 | 3:55 AM Montpellier | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Annecy station | 5h45 | 4:15 AM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Annecy station to Montpellier run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 192 miles (310 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 192 miles (310 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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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 in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Anatomy museum inside the medical faculty with preserved specimens and teaching collections. Fascinating for science and history lovers.
Space for changing contemporary art exhibitions in a central heritage building. Good for discovering current regional and national artists.
Montpellier’s lively main square with fountains, grand façades, and constant activity. The classic starting point for exploring the city.
Medieval old town of winding lanes, courtyards, and mansions. The best area to experience Montpellier’s historic atmosphere on foot.
Historic botanical garden founded in the 16th century. Ideal for a quiet walk among rare plants and scientific heritage.
A rich fish stew from nearby Sète with monkfish or other local fish, tomato, white wine and herbs. A signature coastal dish of the Hérault area.
An octopus stew from Sète simmered in tomato, wine and aromatics. It reflects the strong Mediterranean fishing heritage around Montpellier.
A baked octopus and tomato pie from Sète with a lightly spicy filling. It is one of the best known regional specialties eaten around Montpellier.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in central Montpellier, known for elegant modern French tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Stylish contemporary restaurant celebrated for creative Mediterranean cuisine, quality ingredients and a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere.
Well-known casual address for local oysters, mussels and seafood platters, popular for tasting produce from the nearby Étang De Thau.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while trams are affordable and many central sights are low-cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually just small change.
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Sabines Gare Routière -> Montpellier Saint-Roch, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy station to Montpellier by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Annecy station to Montpellier buses use the Annecy, Gare Routière to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France. Use this guide to compare Annecy station and Montpellier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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