How to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Grenoble to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €54.

Distance: 142 miles (229 km)

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€18

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€54

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€82

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4h 14m

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3h 44m

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2h 41m

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2h 11m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average €54.

A bus is €254 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average €272.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 11h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Grenoble and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Grenoble to Montpellier among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €65. The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Grenoble to Montpellier

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

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

  • AlsaNormal
    1:20 PM4h50
    Grenoble
    6:10 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    1:20 PM4h50
    Grenoble
    6:10 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:50 AM3h20
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    4:10 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50844
    11:40 AM4h45
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    4:25 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 PM5h20
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    6:35 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    241One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3176
    1:20 PM4h50
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    6:10 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7371 · AF7462
    6:00 AM4h25
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:25 AMMontpellier Airport
    4071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7367 · AF7468
    2:40 PM5h20
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    8:00 PMMontpellier Airport
    4071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7367 · AF7470
    2:40 PM7h55
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:35 PMMontpellier Airport
    4071One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Montpellier.

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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 €18.

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

A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average €54.

A bus is €254 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Montpellier costing on average €272.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 11h 21m.

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 8 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air France to go to Montpellier by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Itabus to go to Montpellier by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Grenoble to Montpellier:
  • 9 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, 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.
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