- 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
$96
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bourg-Saint-Maurice for Montpellier on Thu, Jun 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 320 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourg-Saint-Maurice 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 train which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $224.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $416 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier costing on average $100 (€81).
A bus is $357 (€292) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier costing on average $416 (€340).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 23m.
Bus takes on average 12h 48m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€81) compared to roughly $140 (€114) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 4h 45m versus 4h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:13 AM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 5h58 | 4:11 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:39 PM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 5h26 | 8:05 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Montpellier run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 4:17 AM |
Last train 9:42 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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