The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Rivesaltes
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Rivesaltes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Rivesaltes will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Montpellier for Rivesaltes on Sat, May 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
3:51 PM1h52Montpellier5:43 PMRivesaltes$271One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM1h36Montpellier3:40 PMRivesaltes$351One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM1h36Montpellier3:40 PMRivesaltes$351One-way0 transfers
3:51 PM1h52Montpellier5:43 PMRivesaltes$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Montpellier to Rivesaltes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Rivesaltes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Rivesaltes:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Rivesaltes costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Rivesaltes take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
The journey is about 2m faster (1h 46m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $30 (€24)). 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, 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.
Compare prices and tickets Montpellier to Rivesaltes by train or bus
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Why should you book Montpellier to Rivesaltes trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Montpellier to Rivesaltes.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Montpellier to Rivesaltes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Rivesaltes
Trains from Montpellier to Rivesaltes run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 10:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Montpellier to Rivesaltes trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Montpellier and Rivesaltes from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Renfe Viajeros
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Montpellier to Rivesaltes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Rivesaltes 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 Rivesaltes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Rivesaltes
- 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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