The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar
Cheapest price
$279
Average price
$279
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
707 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar will cost around $279 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $279.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar without transferring at least once.
9:17 AM8h56Montpellier6:13 PMEsslingen am Neckar$2791One-way1 transfer
9:17 AM8h56Montpellier6:13 PMEsslingen am Neckar$2791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $256.
Distance: 439 miles (707 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$296 Average price | $442 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 55m Average total duration Fastest 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 24m Average total duration 14h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 1m Average total duration 17h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar:
A bus is $225 (€184) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar costing on average $296 (€242).
A bus is $371 (€304) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar costing on average $442 (€362).
Other travel options to Esslingen am Neckar take longer:
Flight takes on average 14h 24m.
Bus takes on average 17h 31m.
Tickets start at around $296 (€242) compared to roughly $173 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-123.39 (€-100.99). The journey takes 11h 25m versus 9h 41m 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.
Live departures
Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:17 AM Montpellier | 8h56 | 6:13 PM Esslingen am Neckar | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar
Trains from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $279 (€228) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 439 miles (707 km) distance in 8h 56m.
Distance 439 miles (707 km) |
Average train duration 11h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $279 (€228) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 9:00 AM |
Last train 3:16 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Montpellier and Esslingen am Neckar from $55 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Esslingen am Neckar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
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