How to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier

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

The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $27 (€22).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average $73 (€59).

A bus is $310 (€252) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average $337 (€274).

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 33m.

Flight takes on average 7h 30m.

The distance from Grenoble to Montpellier is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

The average frequency per day from Grenoble to Montpellier is:

• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 7 flights per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Gare de Grenoble and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

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

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Montpellier by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus to go to Montpellier by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Grenoble to Montpellier:

• 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.

Omio customers who travel from Grenoble 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.