How to travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier

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Compare bus and train for Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $23.

Distance: 81 miles (131 km)

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Driving

$23

Average price

$12

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Cheapest

$52

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2h 7m

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Fastest

1h 37m

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30m

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2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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30m

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1h 49m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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SNCF | Intercités

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The cheapest way to travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier costing on average $23 (€19).

The fastest way to travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cité de Carcassonne and Montpellier including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 12m faster (1h 37m by train vs 1h 49m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€19) vs $52 (€42)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier

How to get from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 AM2h00
    Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie
    11:45 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 AM2h00
    Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie
    11:45 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | Intercités4665
    7:27 PM1h27
    Carcassonne
    8:54 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4651
    7:26 AM1h30
    Carcassonne
    8:56 AMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876207
    5:52 PM1h34
    Carcassonne
    7:26 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876263 · 876432
    8:22 PM1h47
    Carcassonne
    10:09 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $171One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 AM2h35
    Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie
    2:05 PMMontpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3134 · 50489
    9:30 PM6h10
    Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie
    3:40 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cité de Carcassonne and Montpellier including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier costing on average $23 (€19).

The fastest way to travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

The distance from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is approximately 81 miles (131 km).
The average frequency per day from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier:
  • Trains mostly depart from Carcassonne and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Montpellier by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Montpellier by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Cité de Carcassonne to Montpellier with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 8 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Cité de Carcassonne 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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