How to travel from Genoa to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Genoa to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €701.

Distance: 257 miles (414 km)

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€701

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€111

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€56

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€146

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6h 43m

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4h 43m

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11h 48m

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11h 18m

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9h 9m

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8h 39m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of €56.

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

A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Montpellier costing on average €111.

A bus is €645 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Montpellier costing on average €701.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 43m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 9m.

Train takes on average 11h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Genoa and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa 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 18m sooner (4h 43m by flight vs 6h 1m by car). Tickets start at around €701 compared to roughly €146 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 Genoa to Montpellier

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4731
    11:55 PM8h40
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    8:35 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4731
    11:55 PM8h40
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    8:35 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1646 · KL1411+Air FranceKL3582
    2:05 PM7h50
    Genoa Airport
    9:55 PMMontpellier Airport
    €7761One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 PM8h55
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    9:25 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    €391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 AM9h05
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    7:00 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    €431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:15 PM8h40
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    12:55 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    €451One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1644+Air FranceKL2023 · KL2208
    5:40 PM15h15
    Genoa Airport
    8:55 AMMontpellier Airport
    €3691One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1644+Air FranceKL2023 · KL2318
    5:40 PM16h45
    Genoa Airport
    10:25 AMMontpellier Airport
    €3691One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAF9841+Air FranceAF1505 · AF7470
    11:20 AM10h35
    Genoa Airport
    9:55 PMMontpellier Airport
    €4021One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa 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 Genoa to Montpellier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Genoa and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of €56.

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

A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Montpellier costing on average €111.

A bus is €645 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Montpellier costing on average €701.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 43m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 9m.

Train takes on average 11h 48m.

The distance from Genoa to Montpellier is approximately 257 miles (414 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Montpellier is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genoa 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 Genoa to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Genoa Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Montpellier by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France to go to Montpellier by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Genoa to Montpellier:
  • 6 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Marseille, Lyon. 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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