- 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
$22
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pau to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Montpellier will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 6 buses that leave Pau for Montpellier on Sat, Jun 20, 1 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 344 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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.
8768 · 51047
8694 · 50591
8718 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
8694 · 50591
8718 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pau to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $150.
Distance: 213 miles (344 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $330 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 16m Average total duration 15h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Pau to Montpellier:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pau to Montpellier costing on average $65 (€54).
A bus is $296 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pau to Montpellier costing on average $330 (€270).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 24m.
Flight takes on average 15h 16m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $132 (€108) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $99 (€81). The journey takes 5h 24m versus 4h 15m 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 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 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Montpellier 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8718 · 50489 | 7:25 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 8h15 | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 7h20 | 5:00 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 1 transfer | |
8694 · 50591 | 9:40 AM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 8h00 | 5:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 6h30 | 4:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 8h35 | 8:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
8768 · 51047 | 1:10 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 10h00 | 11:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pau to Montpellier run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 29m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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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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