- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 51 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valencia to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Montpellier will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 12 buses that leave Valencia for Montpellier on Tue, Jul 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 21 the direct buses cover the 581 km distance in an average of 9 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest buses will take 10 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $297 Average price | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Montpellier:
A bus is $75 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valencia to Montpellier costing on average $120 (€98).
A bus is $252 (€208) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Montpellier costing on average $297 (€245).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Bus takes on average 9h 39m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $138 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $93 (€76). The journey takes 9h 39m versus 6h 43m 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, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Montpellier buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 2:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 11h35 | 2:05 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:00 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 9h40 | 1:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 9h40 | 1:40 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 12h50 | 5:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 12h55 | 1:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 9h55 | 12:25 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 10h05 | 2:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 11h14 | 3:14 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 10h00 | 3:35 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 10h45 | 4:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 10h00 | 4:00 AM Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 11h10 | 8:20 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Valencia to Montpellier run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 361 miles (581 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 361 miles (581 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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 Valencia to Montpellier buses use the Valencia, Estació d'autobusos to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines). Use this guide to compare Valencia and Montpellier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
Available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Elevators, ramps.
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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