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Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€151
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Montpellier will cost around €151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
It's difficult to get from Tours to Montpellier without transferring at least once.
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8340 · 9715Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €73, while a train costs an average of €157.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€157 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price | €155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Tours to Montpellier:
A bus is €76 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tours to Montpellier costing on average €148.
A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Montpellier costing on average €157.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 15m.
Bus takes on average 11h 19m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (6h 15m by train vs 6h 27m by car). Tickets start at around €157 compared to roughly €155 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Tours to Montpellier trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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8318 · 6227 | On time 5:16 PM Tours station | 5h55 | 11:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
8320+ 5737 | 6:57 PM Tours station | 11h28 | 6:25 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
860238+ 3751+ 6871 | On time 9:01 PM Tours station | 12h55 | 9:56 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2 transfers | |
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106600+ 5300 | 6:09 AM Tours station | 5h12 | 11:21 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
108260+ 5260 · 9812 | 7:44 AM Tours station | 6h18 | 2:02 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2 transfers | |
8310 · 6275 | 8:14 AM Tours station | 5h54 | 2:08 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
860552+ 8440 · 6275 | 8:42 AM Tours station | 5h26 | 2:08 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2 transfers | |
860556+ 9715 | 11:09 AM Tours station | 7h02 | 6:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
106340+ 8340 · 9715 | 12:12 PM Tours station | 5h59 | 6:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2 transfers | |
860840+ 5306 · 6825 | 2:04 PM Tours station | 5h58 | 8:02 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2 transfers | |
108284+ 5284 · 9836 | 2:41 PM Tours station | 7h22 | 10:03 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2 transfers | |
106378+ 8378 · 6279 | 3:41 PM Tours station | 6h27 | 10:08 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Tours to Montpellier run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €66 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 9:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
Major fine arts museum in the Fabre family hôtel particulier. Known for European masters and strong modern collections.
Anatomy museum inside the medical faculty with preserved specimens and teaching collections. Fascinating for science and history lovers.
Space for changing contemporary art exhibitions in a central heritage building. Good for discovering current regional and national artists.
Montpellier’s lively main square with fountains, grand façades, and constant activity. The classic starting point for exploring the city.
Medieval old town of winding lanes, courtyards, and mansions. The best area to experience Montpellier’s historic atmosphere on foot.
Historic botanical garden founded in the 16th century. Ideal for a quiet walk among rare plants and scientific heritage.
A rich fish stew from nearby Sète with monkfish or other local fish, tomato, white wine and herbs. A signature coastal dish of the Hérault area.
An octopus stew from Sète simmered in tomato, wine and aromatics. It reflects the strong Mediterranean fishing heritage around Montpellier.
A baked octopus and tomato pie from Sète with a lightly spicy filling. It is one of the best known regional specialties eaten around Montpellier.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in central Montpellier, known for elegant modern French tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Stylish contemporary restaurant celebrated for creative Mediterranean cuisine, quality ingredients and a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere.
Well-known casual address for local oysters, mussels and seafood platters, popular for tasting produce from the nearby Étang De Thau.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while trams are affordable and many central sights are low-cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually just small change.
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Montpellier-Saint-Roch -> Place de la Comédie, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Montpellier 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 Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tours to Montpellier trains use the Tours to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Tours and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours 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 options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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 options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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