- Must visit
Musée Toulouse-Lautrec
World-class museum dedicated to Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in the Berbie Palace. Its collection makes Albi a major art destination.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Albi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Albi will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Albi without transferring at least once.
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870008Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Albi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€39 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Montpellier to Albi:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Albi costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Albi take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-9.18. The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 46m 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 Montpellier to Albi trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6823+ 870056 | On time 2:09 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h35 | 5:44 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
4762+ 870010 | 3:05 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h30 | 6:35 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
4764+ 870014 | 5:05 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h34 | 8:39 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
876425 · 876262 · 870066 | 5:53 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 4h37 | 10:30 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 2 transfers | |
4770+ 73200 | 9:05 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 4h37 | 1:42 AM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
4752+ 870074 | 7:05 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 4h00 | 11:05 AM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
6821+ 870006 | 8:40 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h33 | 12:13 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
4758+ 870008 | 11:05 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 4h06 | 3:11 PM Gare d'Albi-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Albi run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Albi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albi trip today.
World-class museum dedicated to Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in the Berbie Palace. Its collection makes Albi a major art destination.
Museum exploring the painter Lapérouse’s era and Albi’s maritime links through voyages, maps, and navigation history.
Science museum in the former Moulins Albigeois complex, with interactive exhibits on mining, energy, and technology for all ages.
UNESCO old quarter of winding lanes, brick houses, and major monuments. The best area for walking and soaking up Albi’s atmosphere.
Formal gardens behind the Berbie Palace with clipped hedges and superb views over the Tarn. A classic photo stop in Albi.
Riverside promenade with postcard views of the cathedral, bridge, and palace. Ideal for walking, photography, and sunset scenes.
Slow-cooked pork, beans and duck or sausage stew from southwest France. A hearty regional classic often found in Tarn and nearby areas.
Air-dried pork sausage from nearby Lacaune in the Monts de Lacaune. It is a celebrated local charcuterie specialty of the Tarn region.
Dry-cured ham from Lacaune, prized for mountain air curing and traditional methods. It is one of the best-known delicacies of the Tarn area.
Michelin-recognized dining room offering creative cuisine with regional roots. Contemporary style, seasonal ingredients and a more upscale experience.
Well-known traditional address focused on southwest French cooking and local products. Warm atmosphere and dependable regional specialties.
Elegant restaurant near the cathedral serving refined regional cuisine in a historic setting. Known for polished plates and a strong local reputation.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare d'Albi-Ville -> Place du Vigan, Albi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Albi 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 Albi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Albi trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Gare d'Albi-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Albi Madeleine. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Albi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Gare d'Albi-Ville is 1 km from Albi city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare d'Albi-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Lautrec, L'Esprit du Vin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Albi-Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Albi-Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare d'Albi-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Albi-Ville: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Albi-Ville: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Les Pasteliers, Hotel Alchimy, Hotel Chiffre.
Albi Madeleine is 1 km from Albi city centre. Public transport options include:
Albi Madeleine has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Lautrec, L'Esprit du Vin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Albi Madeleine. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Albi Madeleine. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Albi Madeleine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Albi Madeleine: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albi Madeleine: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Les Pasteliers, Hôtel Alchimy, Hôtel Mercure Albi Bastides.
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