- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mende to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mende to Montpellier will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Mende for Montpellier on Mon, Aug 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Mende to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €40.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mende to Montpellier:
A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mende to Montpellier costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 0m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 4h 0m versus 2h 18m 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 Mende to Montpellier trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:34 PM Mende | 4h18 | 9:52 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:38 AM Mende | 4h09 | 11:47 AM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Mende | 5h10 | 3:00 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mende to Montpellier run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 8:26 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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Montpellier-Saint-Roch -> Place de la Comédie, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mende 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 Mende to Montpellier trains use the Mende to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair. Use this guide to compare Mende and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mende has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Mende.
Wi-Fi is available at Mende. ATMs are available at Mende.
Available at Mende: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mende.
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.
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