How to travel from Hamburg to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €85 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €85, while a flight costs an average of €223.

Distance: 742 miles (1195 km)

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€223

Average price

€85

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€303

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5h 3m

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3h 3m

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24h 9m

Average total duration

23h 39m

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15h 15m

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3.6 - 7.2kg

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1.2 - 3.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Montpellier is a train with an average price of €13.

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

A train is €106 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Montpellier costing on average €120.

A train is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Montpellier costing on average €442.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 7m.

Bus takes on average 24h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg 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 11h 56m sooner (3h 19m by flight vs 15h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €442 compared to roughly €303 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 Hamburg to Montpellier

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 PM24h15
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1:55 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    801One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 PM24h15
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1:55 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    801One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1611 · AF7462
    6:00 AM4h25
    Hamburg Airport
    10:25 AMMontpellier Airport
    7301One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2513+TER87428+SNCF | TGV INOUI9879
    4:41 AM14h27
    Hamburg Hbf
    7:08 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    1181One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 573 · ICE 2513+TER87428+SNCF | TGV INOUI9879
    5:29 AM13h39
    Hamburg Hbf
    7:08 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    1281One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1271 · ICE 2555+TER87426+SNCF | TGV INOUI9879
    4:27 AM14h41
    Hamburg Hbf
    7:08 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    1281One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    3:01 PM22h54
    Hamburg Harburg
    1:55 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    811One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    2:50 PM23h05
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:55 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    811One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:01 PM28h54
    Hamburg Harburg
    7:55 PMMontpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    881One-way
    3 transfers
  • KLMKL1758 · KL1457
    6:35 PM17h10
    Hamburg Airport
    11:45 AMMontpellier Airport
    3171One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1756 · KL1457
    2:50 PM20h55
    Hamburg Airport
    11:45 AMMontpellier Airport
    3171One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1750 · KL1457
    6:10 AM5h35
    Hamburg Airport
    11:45 AMMontpellier Airport
    3361One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Montpellier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Montpellier is a train with an average price of €13.

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

A train is €106 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Montpellier costing on average €120.

A train is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Montpellier costing on average €442.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 7m.

Bus takes on average 24h 37m.

The distance from Hamburg to Montpellier is approximately 742 miles (1195 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Montpellier is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Deutsche Bahn to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Montpellier by bus.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, KLM, Air France, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Aegean Airlines to go to Montpellier by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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