The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
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 $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport without transferring at least once.
876366+
619612:30 PM3h13Montpellier-Saint-Roch3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$681One-way1 transfer
12348+
59709+
619612:51 PM2h52Montpellier-Sud-de-France3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$731One-way2 transfers
876420+
61984:16 PM3h26Montpellier-Saint-Roch7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$841One-way1 transfer
5182+
33163+
61985:10 PM2h32Montpellier-Sud-de-France7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$941One-way2 transfers
5500+
17580+
69221:57 PM3h52Montpellier-Saint-Roch5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1141One-way2 transfers
5182+
33163+
61985:10 PM2h32Montpellier-Sud-de-France7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$941One-way2 transfers
12348+
59709+
619612:51 PM2h52Montpellier-Sud-de-France3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$731One-way2 transfers
876366+
619612:30 PM3h13Montpellier-Saint-Roch3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$681One-way1 transfer
876420+
61984:16 PM3h26Montpellier-Saint-Roch7:42 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$841One-way1 transfer
5500+
17580+
69221:57 PM3h52Montpellier-Saint-Roch5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1141One-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 prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $339 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $65 (€51).
A bus is $316 (€252) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $339 (€270).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
Flight takes on average 5h 38m.
The journey is about 57m faster (2h 24m by train vs 3h 21m by car) and roughly $43 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($65 (€51) vs $108 (€86)). 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 | TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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 tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876366+ 6196 | 12:30 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h13 | 3:43 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
12348+ 59709+ 6196 | 12:51 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h52 | 3:43 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
5500+ 17580+ 6922 | 1:57 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h52 | 5:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
876420+ 6198 | 4:16 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h26 | 7:42 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
5182+ 33163+ 6198 | 5:10 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h32 | 7:42 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport by train, bus, or flight
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
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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 5 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $11 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:02, the last at 16:12. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 9:02 AM |
Last train 4:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF from Montpellier to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF trains will get you between Montpellier and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport from $11 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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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
- 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
- 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)
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