- 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
$79
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
18 h 50 m
Average duration
19 h 22 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Montpellier will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Montpellier without transferring at least once.
51094 · 93129
FlixBus · FlixBus
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51094 · 93129
FlixBus · FlixBus
83133 · 3159
1608 · 50891
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $142.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price | $269 Average price | $355 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Montpellier:
A bus is $109 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Montpellier costing on average $191 (€156).
A bus is $188 (€154) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Montpellier costing on average $269 (€220).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 24m.
Bus takes on average 16h 55m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $355 (€290) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $274 (€224). The journey takes 16h 55m versus 11h 12m 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.
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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:46AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 19h34 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:46PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 19h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2662 · 50617 | 11:25 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h20 | 7:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
83133 · 3159 | 2:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h25 | 9:25 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 22h00 | 1:55 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 24h45 | 5:00 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h00 | 12:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h25 | 1:55 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h35 | 5:00 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
51094 · 93129 | 7:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 18h50 | 2:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h50 | 7:55 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h35 | 5:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h35 | 7:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 22h55 | 11:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
1608 · 50891 | 12:46 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h34 | 8:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h05 | 7:20 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 20h50 | 7:20 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rotterdam to Montpellier run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 18h 34m.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 18h 34m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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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