How to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier

There are 2 options to travel between Aix-en-Provence and Montpellier including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier:

A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier costing on average $34.

The fastest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 41m.

The distance from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier is approximately 78 miles (127 km).

The average frequency per day from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier is:

• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aix-en-Provence and Montpellier as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier:

• Trains mostly depart from Aix-en-Provence TGV and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON) and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with AVE, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Montpellier by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Montpellier by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct trains per day with AVE.
• 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Lyon, Nantes. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montpellier and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Montpellier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Montpellier, you can explore vibrant local markets offering fresh produce and artisanal crafts, attend performances at the historic Opéra Comédie, enjoy a bike ride along the scenic Lez River, and visit the Aquarium Mare Nostrum for marine exhibits. Discover the dynamic nightlife with various bars and clubs. Notable sights include Place de la Comédie with its iconic fountain, the Musée Fabre art museum, the Gothic-style Montpellier Cathedral, the historic Jardin des Plantes, and the Promenade du Peyrou with its panoramic city views.

Spending 2 to 3 days in Montpellier is ideal for exploring its historic sites, vibrant markets, and enjoying the local cuisine, while also having time to relax and experience the city's charming atmosphere.