Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€79 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price |
8h 2m Average duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
*Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6221 | 5:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h29 | 9:11 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6047 | 6:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h16 | 9:58 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 9713 | 6:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h16 | 9:58 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6607 | 8:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h52 | 11:52 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6609 | 9:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h03 | 1:03 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6229 | 9:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h31 | 1:13 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6275 | 9:56 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h14 | 1:10 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6613 | 10:51 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h59 | 2:50 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 9715 | 1:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h29 | 5:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6619 | 2:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h05 | 6:05 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6223 | 3:56 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h33 | 7:29 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() SNCF | TGV INOUI | 6225 | 4:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h29 | 8:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Fastest Journey
3 h 14 m
Average
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
595 km
Of the 9 trains that leave Paris for Montpellier every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€39) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 9 |
Train providers 6 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 21:13 |
You can travel by train from Paris to Montpellier with TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV INOUI and SNCF Intercités de nuit for as low as $38 (€33). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.
Train information from Paris to Montpellier with TGV INOUI:
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare Montparnasse, Paris Gare d'Austerlitz and Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne. When arriving in Montpellier, you can end your trip in train stations like Montpellier-Saint-Roch and Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Montpellier-Saint-Roch, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
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