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Musée de l’Œuvre Notre-Dame
Fine arts and medieval collections linked to Strasbourg Cathedral, with sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$231
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
628 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Strasbourg will cost around $231 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Of the 12 trains that leave Montpellier for Strasbourg on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 628 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
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9862 · 6614 · 2369Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 390 miles (628 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $284 Average price | $237 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Strasbourg:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Strasbourg costing on average $165 (€134).
A bus is $220 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Strasbourg costing on average $284 (€230).
Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 55m.
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
The journey is about 12m faster (7h 55m by train vs 8h 7m by car) and roughly $72 (€58) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($165 (€134) vs $237 (€192)). 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.
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 Strasbourg trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9898 | 6:27 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 5h57 | 12:24 PM Strasbourg station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9583+ 876302+ 879319 | 6:43 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h00 | 1:43 PM Strasbourg station | 2 transfers | |
6250 · 2421 | 7:47 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h53 | 2:40 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
6202 · 9575 | 8:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h48 | 3:38 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
9862 · 12176 | 9:10 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h44 | 3:54 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
9862 · 6614 · 9575 | 9:10 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h28 | 3:38 PM Strasbourg station | 2 transfers | |
6871 · 6694 · 12127 | 10:02 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 7h39 | 5:41 PM Strasbourg station | 2 transfers | |
9708 · 9531 | 12:51 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h20 | 7:11 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
6204 · 2425 | 1:50 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h18 | 8:08 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
9864 · 9896 | 2:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h13 | 10:07 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Strasbourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 390 miles (628 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 390 miles (628 km) |
Average train duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 2:35 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Fine arts and medieval collections linked to Strasbourg Cathedral, with sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts.
Major modern art museum with strong collections of painting, design, photography, and temporary exhibitions.
Museum of Alsatian folk life in historic houses, with interiors, costumes, crafts, and regional traditions.
Strasbourg’s most picturesque quarter, known for canals, half-timbered houses, and postcard views.
Historic island center and UNESCO-listed core of Strasbourg, ideal for walking among monuments and lively streets.
Central square and major gathering point, surrounded by shops and historic façades, especially lively in festive seasons.
Alsace’s signature dish of fermented cabbage simmered with white wine and served with sausages, pork, and potatoes. It is one of Strasbourg’s most emblematic traditional meals.
Also called Flammekueche, this thin crisp flatbread is topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. It is a classic Alsatian specialty widely eaten in Strasbourg.
A slow-cooked casserole of potatoes, onions, and marinated meats baked for hours in a sealed dish. It is a hearty regional comfort food from Alsace.
Refined fine-dining restaurant known for elegant contemporary French cuisine and polished service, offering a more upscale meal in central Strasbourg.
Well-known traditional winstub serving hearty Alsatian dishes including baeckeoffe and tarte flambée in a rustic, cozy atmosphere near the city center.
Established local favorite for generous, traditional Alsatian cooking with a warm tavern feel. A reliable place to try Strasbourg classics.
Prices are moderate by French standards. Meals and hotels cost more than smaller cities, but less than Paris.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is enough; taxis are often rounded up.
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Strasbourg Airport, Strasbourg -> Place Kléber, Strasbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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