The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€88
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€100
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
6871 · 6910+
3314810:02 AM3h47Montpellier-Sud-de-France1:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€881One-way2 transfers
5182 · 6198+
331635:10 PM2h32Montpellier-Sud-de-France7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way2 transfers
12348 · 6196+
5970912:51 PM2h52Montpellier-Sud-de-France3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way2 transfers
12184 · 6922+
175801:57 PM3h52Montpellier-Saint-Roch5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€941One-way2 transfers
6873 · 6928+
175926:01 PM3h47Montpellier-Saint-Roch9:48 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€1311One-way2 transfers
5182 · 6198+
331635:10 PM2h32Montpellier-Sud-de-France7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way2 transfers
12348 · 6196+
5970912:51 PM2h52Montpellier-Sud-de-France3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way2 transfers
6871 · 6910+
3314810:02 AM3h47Montpellier-Sud-de-France1:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€881One-way2 transfers
6873 · 6928+
175926:01 PM3h47Montpellier-Saint-Roch9:48 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€1311One-way2 transfers
12184 · 6922+
175801:57 PM3h52Montpellier-Saint-Roch5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€941One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €462.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€83 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €462 Average price | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average €83.
A bus is €434 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average €462.
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
Tickets start at around €83 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 21m 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5158+ 17576+ 6920 | On time 11:59 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h50 | 3:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
5182+ 17532+ 6198 | 5:10 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h32 | 7:42 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
6825+ 3750+ 6905 | On time 8:07 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 13h48 | 9:55 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
6871 · 6910+ 33148 | 10:02 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 3h47 | 1:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Trains from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 8:02 AM |
Last train 3:10 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Montpellier and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Most Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Montpellier Saint-Roch from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier Saint-Roch 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 and drink
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. .
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Getting to Montpellier-Sud-de-France from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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