How to travel from Basel to Montpellier

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from Basel to Montpellier

You can get from Basel to Montpellier by train, bus or flight.

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To get from Basel to Montpellier on Mar 23 we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

12:34PMBasel SBB7h55 08:29PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
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2971One-way
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12:34PMBasel SBB7h55 08:29PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
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11:00AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg6h40 05:40PMMontpellier
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11:00AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg6h40 05:40PMMontpellier
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5181One-way
11:00AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg11h45 10:45PMMontpellier
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5181One-way

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Travel Information between Basel and Montpellier

distanceDistance325 miles (524 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, flight or train
priceTicket price range$63 - $103
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $63 (€56) • 8 h 35 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $84 (€75) • 1 h 15 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixbus, easyJet or SNCF | TGV INOUI

Travel 325 miles (524 km) by bus, flight or train from Basel to Montpellier. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 15 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $63 (€56). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Flixbus, easyJet or SNCF | TGV INOUI among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Basel to Montpellier.

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FAQs

International travel from Basel, Switzerland to Montpellier, France is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter France if coming from Switzerland?

Entry into France is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland.

Am I required to self-quarantine upon arrival to Montpellier if traveling from Basel?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What measures do I need to follow in Montpellier, France due to the pandemic?

All travelers in France must observe the following coronavirus safety measures:

  • Social distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23; however, this can change before your date of travel so please make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your upcoming trip to Montpellier from Basel.

Return travel to Basel, Switzerland from France is: Unrestricted.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Switzerland from France?

Entry into Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Switzerland from France?

Requirements for reentering Switzerland:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Switzerland?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Switzerland to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

  • Social distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face masks: Regional advice

The above information about your return travel to Basel, Switzerland was last verified on 3/22/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Basel from Montpellier.

There are 3 travel options from Basel to Montpellier: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel to Montpellier from Basel is by taking a bus with an average price of $63 (€56).

This is compared to other travel options to Montpellier:

Taking a bus is about $21 (€19) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $84 (€75) for this route.

Taking a bus is about $39 (€35) less than taking a train, which costs on average $103 (€91) for this journey.

The fastest way to get to Montpellier from Basel is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 15 min.

Other travel options to Montpellier can usually take longer:

In comparison, taking a bus requires on average 8 h 35 min   of travel time.

In comparison, taking a train requires on average 5 h 39 min   of travel time.

You should expect to travel around 325 miles (524 km) between Basel and Montpellier.

The average frequency per day from Basel to Montpellier is:

  • Around 1 bus per day.
  • 1 train per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Montpellier from Basel as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Montpellier:

  • Buses from Basel to Montpellier most often leave from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines).
  • Flights mostly leave from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and tend to arrive in Montpellier.
  • Trains mostly leave from Basel SBB and tend to arrive in Montpellier Saint-Roch.

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:

  • Flixbus can take you to Montpellier by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Flixbus from Basel to Montpellier for $63 (€56).
  • Travel with easyJet for flights to Montpellier. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for easyJet Basel to Montpellier tickets on Omio for $84 (€75).
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI for trains to Montpellier. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for SNCF | TGV INOUI Basel to Montpellier tickets on Omio for $103 (€91).
Your trip from Basel to Montpellier doesn't have to end in Montpellier. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Paris, Barcelona or Marseille. If you’d like to add Paris, Barcelona or Marseille to your Basel to Montpellier tour, check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel to any of these top destinations from Montpellier today!

When planning your trip from Basel to Montpellier, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Bus tickets cost $63 (€56) one way on average.
  • Plane tickets are costing on average $84 (€75) one way.
  • Train tickets are costing $103 (€91) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Basel to Montpellier online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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