How to travel from Lille to MontpellierHow to travel from Lille to Montpellier

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of CHF58.

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

A bus is CHF61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Montpellier costing on average CHF120.

A bus is CHF85 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lille to Montpellier costing on average CHF143.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 37m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 40m.

Bus takes on average 12h 13m.

The distance from Lille to Montpellier is approximately 486 miles (783 km).

The average frequency per day from Lille to Montpellier is:

• Around 11 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 1 flights per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Lille Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

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

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Montpellier by train.
• Travel with Volotea, Malta Air to go to Montpellier by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Montpellier by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Montpellier with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
• 1 direct flights per day with Volotea, Malta Air.
• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Lille 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.