How to travel from Basel to Montpellier

There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $68.

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

A bus is $93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Montpellier costing on average $161.

A bus is $259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Montpellier costing on average $326.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 26m.

Bus takes on average 9h 2m.

The distance from Basel to Montpellier is approximately 326 miles (525 km).

The average frequency per day from Basel to Montpellier is:

• Around 24 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel 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 Basel to Montpellier:

• Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Montpellier by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Montpellier by train.
• Travel with easyJet to go to Montpellier by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Montpellier with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
• 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from Basel 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.