The cheapest and fastest trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 trains that leave Villefranche-sur-Saône for Montpellier on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 24 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Wed, Dec 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €343.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €368 Average price |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier trains for today, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:21 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 2h43 | 8:04 PM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier
Trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Villefranche-sur-Saône and Montpellier from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villefranche-sur-Saône 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Montpellier
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Faisan Doré
- Restaurant Le Beaujolais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance
- Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
- 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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