- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon
Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, with collections from medieval Burgundy to modern art. One of Dijon’s signature cultural sights.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montpellier to Dijon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Dijon will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Montpellier for Dijon on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 422 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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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93130 · 51095Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Dijon 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 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $380 Average price | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Dijon:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Dijon costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $342 (€280) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Dijon costing on average $380 (€311).
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 58m.
Flight takes on average 7h 28m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€31) compared to roughly $159 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $122 (€100). The journey takes 5h 58m versus 5h 8m 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 Alsa, 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 | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Dijon buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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93130 · 51095 | 3:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 8h00 | 11:50 PM Dijon, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h20 | 12:50 AM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Normal | 2:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h29 | 7:44 AM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h29 | 7:44 AM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 7h30 | 9:00 PM Dijon, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Montpellier to Dijon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 29m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Dijon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dijon trip today.
Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, with collections from medieval Burgundy to modern art. One of Dijon’s signature cultural sights.
Museum of Burgundian daily life, folk traditions, interiors, and regional heritage. A strong local favorite for understanding Dijon beyond the main monuments.
Intimate national museum in a historic townhouse, showing painting, decorative arts, and collector-style displays. Good for visitors who enjoy smaller atmospheric museums.
Grand semicircular square facing the ducal palace, known for its elegant design, fountains, and central role in city life.
The historic center is the best area for walking among medieval lanes, churches, mansions, and major monuments. Essential for first-time visitors.
Self-guided walking route marked with owl symbols, linking many of Dijon’s highlights. Especially popular for exploring the city in a simple, scenic way.
Slow-braised beef cooked with red Burgundy wine, onions, mushrooms, and bacon. It is one of Burgundy’s most famous traditional dishes and a classic of the local table.
Burgundy snails traditionally baked with garlic-parsley butter. They are an iconic regional specialty strongly associated with Dijon and the wider Bourgogne area.
A cold terrine of ham set in parsleyed jelly, usually served as a starter. It is a classic Burgundian charcuterie specialty found in traditional bistros and markets.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in central Dijon, known for elegant modern interpretations of Burgundy cuisine in a polished historic setting.
Established wine-focused restaurant and bar with a strong Burgundy bottle list, offering polished small plates and modern French cuisine.
Historic half-timbered restaurant near Notre-Dame, popular for classic Burgundian dishes, regional wines, and a distinctly traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for France. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes or bars.
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