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Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 19
13
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 13 trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
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4655Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 29m by train vs 1h 49m by car) and roughly €14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€28 vs €42). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6871 | 8:21 AM Carcassonne | 1h35 | 9:56 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 transfersDirect | |
4655 | 9:26 AM Carcassonne | 1h28 | 10:54 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
4657 | 11:26 AM Carcassonne | 1h27 | 12:53 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
86975 · 86966 | 12:18 PM Carcassonne | 1h50 | 2:08 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
4659 | 1:26 PM Carcassonne | 1h28 | 2:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
86977 · 876420 | 2:14 PM Carcassonne | 1h58 | 4:12 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
4661 | 3:26 PM Carcassonne | 1h28 | 4:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
6873 | 4:26 PM Carcassonne | 1h31 | 5:57 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
4663 | 5:26 PM Carcassonne | 1h28 | 6:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
876207 | 5:49 PM Carcassonne | 1h36 | 7:25 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
6875 | 6:26 PM Carcassonne | 1h29 | 7:55 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 transfersDirect | |
4665 | 7:27 PM Carcassonne | 1h27 | 8:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
876263 · 86998 | 8:22 PM Carcassonne | 1h47 | 10:09 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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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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Montpellier-Saint-Roch -> Place de la Comédie, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier trains use the Carcassonne to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Cité de Carcassonne and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carcassonne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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