- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Grenoble will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Grenoble without transferring at least once.
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17596Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €287 Average price | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Grenoble:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Grenoble costing on average €62.
A bus is €265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Grenoble costing on average €287.
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 38m.
Flight takes on average 9h 12m.
The journey is about 54m faster (2h 11m by train vs 3h 5m by car) and roughly €20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€62 vs €82). 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 Montpellier to Grenoble trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6875+ 17596 | On time 7:59 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h29 | 10:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
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6200+ 17558 | 5:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h38 | 8:28 AM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
9898+ 33152 | 6:29 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h41 | 9:10 AM Grenoble Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
9862+ 17570 | 9:10 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h18 | 11:28 AM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
6871+ 33148 | 10:02 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h28 | 12:30 PM Grenoble Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
9708+ 17578 | 12:51 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h32 | 3:23 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
12184+ 17580 | 1:57 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h30 | 4:27 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
9864+ 17582 | 2:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h34 | 5:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
5358+ 17588 | 4:39 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h12 | 6:51 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
5182+ 17590 | 5:10 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h18 | 7:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
12352+ 17594 | 6:50 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h38 | 9:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Grenoble run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Museum in the former bishop's palace, presenting local history and archaeology beside the cathedral complex.
Archaeological museum in a remarkable church crypt complex, tracing Grenoble from Roman times through the Middle Ages.
The city's main old-town square, lined with historic buildings, lively terraces, and a fountain framed by mountain views.
Charming riverside quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, and bridges, popular for strolling and photos.
Popular urban viewpoint reached by the Bastille, rewarding visitors with one of Grenoble's best panoramic scenes.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream or milk and often Gruyère or Comté. It is a classic Dauphiné specialty closely tied to Grenoble's region.
Small square pasta parcels filled with Comté cheese and parsley, usually baked or gratinéed. A traditional Dauphiné comfort dish from the wider Grenoble area.
Creamy regional blue cheese made from cow's milk in nearby Vercors. It is one of the emblematic cheeses of the Grenoble area and often served with bread or potatoes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal produce and precise modern French cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphiné specialties, mountain dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known bistro serving polished French cuisine with regional accents, good wine, and a lively yet relaxed city-center ambiance.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Gare de Grenoble -> Place Victor Hugo, Grenoble
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Grenoble trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Gare de Grenoble station pair, with some services arriving at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Grenoble train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Gare de Grenoble 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 Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
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