How to travel from Annecy to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Annecy to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a flight costs an average of $585.

Distance: 192 miles (310 km)

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$585

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$104

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$46

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$134

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4h 51m

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2h 51m

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6h 34m

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4h 2m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $46 (€38).

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Montpellier:

A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Montpellier costing on average $104 (€85).

A bus is $539 (€441) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annecy to Montpellier costing on average $585 (€479).

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 51m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Annecy and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Annecy to Montpellier among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 11m sooner (2h 51m by flight vs 4h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $585 (€479) compared to roughly $134 (€110) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Annecy to Montpellier

How to get from Annecy to Montpellier by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Annecy to Montpellier is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus80014 · 54153
    4:55 PM7h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    12:25 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus80014 · 54153
    4:55 PM7h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    12:25 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7369 · AF7470
    7:00 PM3h55
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:55 PMMontpellier Airport
    $4961One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51660 · 3155
    7:15 PM7h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    2:45 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:25 PM8h00
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:25 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 PM6h45
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    7:50 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1343 · AF7470
    6:15 PM4h40
    Geneva International Airport
    10:55 PMMontpellier Airport
    $4011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1443 · AF7468
    2:40 PM5h20
    Geneva International Airport
    8:00 PMMontpellier Airport
    $4011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1843 · AF7466
    12:00 PM5h45
    Geneva International Airport
    5:45 PMMontpellier Airport
    $4011One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Annecy to Montpellier

Travel to Montpellier easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Annecy to Montpellier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Annecy and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $46 (€38).

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Montpellier:

A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Montpellier costing on average $104 (€85).

A bus is $539 (€441) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annecy to Montpellier costing on average $585 (€479).

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 51m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Annecy to Montpellier is approximately 192 miles (310 km).
The average frequency per day from Annecy to Montpellier is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Annecy to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Annecy station and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Annecy, Gare Routière and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Annecy to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Montpellier by bus.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air France to go to Montpellier by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Annecy to Montpellier:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Annecy 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.

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