- Must visit
Musée Calvet
Major fine arts museum in a grand mansion. Its collections span European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
€1
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Avignon will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €1.
Of the 28 trains that leave Montpellier for Avignon on Sat, Aug 01, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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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876404Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 train costs an average of €1, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Montpellier to Avignon:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montpellier to Avignon costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 29m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 19m by train vs 1h 20m by car) and roughly €13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€10 vs €23). 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, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Montpellier to Avignon 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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09725 | On time 7:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0h58 | 8:52 PM Avignon TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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876532+ 17700+ 879323 | 6:35 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h15 | 8:50 AM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
876532+ 17700 | 6:35 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h32 | 8:07 AM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
876304+ 879325 | 7:33 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h45 | 9:18 AM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
876304 | 7:33 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h23 | 8:56 AM Avignon Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
6250+ 876304+ 879325 | 7:51 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1h27 | 9:18 AM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
6250+ 876304 | 7:51 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1h05 | 8:56 AM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
876404+ 879618 | 8:14 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h04 | 10:18 AM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
876404 | 8:14 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h11 | 9:25 AM Avignon Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Avignon run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Avignon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avignon trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a grand mansion. Its collections span European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
World-class collection of medieval sculptures, frescoes, and works from the papal era in a striking historic setting.
Art and heritage space in a private mansion, known for decorative interiors and temporary exhibitions with local character.
Main square below the papal palace, framed by historic facades and terraces. A natural base for sightseeing and events.
Landscaped hilltop garden beside the cathedral. It offers one of the best panoramic views over the Rhône and bridge.
Elegant central square with plane trees, theater, and carousel. It is ideal for people-watching and city-center orientation.
A rich Provençal fish stew from the nearby Mediterranean, scented with saffron and herbs. A classic regional dish often served with rouille and bread.
A traditional Provençal vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, and herbs. It celebrates summer produce from the Rhône and Provence.
A garlicky emulsion of olive oil and garlic, sometimes with potato. Common in Provence with vegetables or fish and central to local Mediterranean cooking.
Michelin-starred dining inside La Mirande, known for refined Provençal cuisine, elegant historic rooms, and a special-occasion atmosphere near the Palais des Papes.
A casual bistro praised for generous French and Provençal cooking, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with both locals and visitors.
A polished restaurant by chef Florent Pietravalle, serving creative seasonal tasting menus in a contemporary setting within Avignon's old center.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost more in peak season, but local transit is limited and walkable sights help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Avignon TGV -> Avignon Centre Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Avignon 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 Avignon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Avignon trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Avignon Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Avignon TGV. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Avignon 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.
Avignon Centre 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 Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
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