How to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr260 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. 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 kr260, while a flight costs an average of kr2670.

Distance: 236 miles (381 km)

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kr552

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kr260

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kr2670

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kr1502

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5h 23m

Average total duration

4h 53m

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30m

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6h 34m

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4h 50m

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2h 50m

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4h 53m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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Air France

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of kr260.

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

A bus is kr292 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Montpellier costing on average kr552.

A bus is kr2410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Montpellier costing on average kr2670.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 23m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bordeaux to Montpellier among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr552 compared to roughly kr1502 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr950. The journey takes 4h 53m versus 4h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bordeaux to Montpellier

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3615 · 50591
    9:00 AM8h40
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    5:40 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    kr2991One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3615 · 50591
    9:00 AM8h40
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    5:40 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    kr2991One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7435 · AF7466
    2:05 PM3h40
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    5:45 PMMontpellier Airport
    kr47931One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4665
    4:12 PM4h42
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    8:54 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    kr4261One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités4663
    2:10 PM4h44
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    6:54 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    kr4601One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités4661
    12:10 PM4h44
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    4:54 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    kr6331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 AM6h00
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    5:00 PMMontpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    kr3391One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50489
    9:20 PM6h20
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    3:40 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    kr3451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:40 PM6h05
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    8:45 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    kr3911One-way
    0 transfers
  • BA EuroflyerBA2578 · BA2573
    9:25 PM13h15
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    10:40 AMMontpellier Airport
    kr18361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7443 · AF7466
    12:15 PM5h30
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    5:45 PMMontpellier Airport
    kr47931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7435 · AF7468
    2:05 PM5h55
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    8:00 PMMontpellier Airport
    kr47931One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Montpellier.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of kr260.

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

A bus is kr292 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Montpellier costing on average kr552.

A bus is kr2410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Montpellier costing on average kr2670.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 23m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Montpellier is approximately 236 miles (381 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Montpellier is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Montpellier by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with Air France to go to Montpellier by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Montpellier with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar.
  • 5 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux 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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