- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum with strong European collections from the Renaissance to contemporary art; one of Montpellier’s signature cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 44 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Montpellier will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Montpellier without transferring at least once.
2126 · 4592
3802 · 4592
94742 · 51048
4788 · 93129
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price | $225 Average price | $254 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Montpellier:
A bus is $164 (€133) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Montpellier costing on average $225 (€182).
A bus is $232 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Montpellier costing on average $293 (€237).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Bus takes on average 12h 15m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€49) compared to roughly $254 (€205) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $193 (€156). The journey takes 12h 15m versus 8h 25m 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.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Montpellier buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 13h30 | 12:35 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 14h25 | 1:30 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 13h10 | 12:35 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 14h05 | 1:30 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 19h00 | 6:40 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 18h05 | 5:45 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 18h35 | 6:40 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 14h15 | 7:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h10 | 7:55 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 13h35 | 6:40 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 13h55 | 7:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 13h55 | 9:25 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 16h55 | 4:10 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 13h10 | 12:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
2126 · 4592 | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h00 | 3:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h25 | 3:25 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
3802 · 4592 | 12:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h35 | 3:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h40 | 4:10 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
94742 · 51048 | 2:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h25 | 5:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 14h25 | 8:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h05 | 10:20 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h45 | 11:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
4788 · 93129 | 7:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 19h10 | 2:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Florence to Montpellier run on average 16 times per day, taking around 12h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 13h 55m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 13h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 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 strong European collections from the Renaissance to contemporary art; one of Montpellier’s signature cultural visits.
Contemporary art venue in a historic mansion, known for changing international exhibitions and a stylish garden setting.
Well-regarded photography art space presenting temporary exhibitions in a central pavilion on the Esplanade.
The medieval old town, full of narrow lanes, small squares, and historic facades; the essential area for exploring on foot.
Ceremonial terrace and promenade popular for sunsets, architecture, and broad views over western Montpellier.
France’s oldest botanical garden, ideal for a peaceful walk among historic plant collections and shaded paths.
A Languedoc specialty from nearby Sète: a spicy octopus pie in tomato sauce, closely associated with the Montpellier area.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil and often milk into a smooth spread or gratin, a classic dish of the wider Occitanie coast.
Mediterranean mussels from the Étang De Thau, usually served steamed or marinière style and prized for their local provenance.
Upscale contemporary restaurant offering creative seasonal French cooking in a stylish fine-dining atmosphere near the historic center.
Refined Michelin-starred dining by the Pourcel brothers, known for elegant Mediterranean cuisine and a polished setting.
Well-regarded modern French restaurant serving carefully plated seasonal dishes in an intimate, elegant setting.
Moderate by French standards: casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and small change for taxis.
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