- Must visit
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
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€91
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
715 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Havre to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Havre to Montpellier will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 trains from Le Havre to Montpellier, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 715 km distance in an average of 8 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 2 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 14 h 18 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 Le Havre to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €96 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €96, while a flight costs an average of €485.
Distance: 444 miles (715 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€145 Average price | €96 Average price Cheapest | €485 Average price | €212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 9m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Le Havre to Montpellier:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Havre to Montpellier costing on average €145.
A bus is €388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Le Havre to Montpellier costing on average €485.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Bus takes on average 13h 39m.
The journey is about 2h 14m faster (7h 0m by train vs 9h 14m by car) and roughly €67 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€145 vs €212). 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.
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 Le Havre 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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![]() | 1:09 PM Le Havre | 7h02 | 8:11 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Le Havre | 7h02 | 8:12 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Le Havre | 7h02 | 9:12 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:07 PM Le Havre | 14h18 | 5:25 AM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Le Havre to Montpellier run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €72 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 444 miles (715 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 444 miles (715 km) |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €72 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:48 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 Le Havre 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 Le Havre to Montpellier trains use the Le Havre to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Le Havre and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Le Havre is 1 km from Le Havre city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Havre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Enfants Sages, La Taverne Paillette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Havre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Havre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Havre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Havre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Havre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Spa Vent d'Ouest, Novotel Le Havre Centre Gare, Ibis Le Havre Centre.
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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