How to travel from Marseille to Montpellier

There are 2 options to travel between Marseille and Montpellier including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of kr83.

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

A bus is kr162 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Montpellier costing on average kr245.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 46m.

The distance from Marseille to Montpellier is approximately 78 miles (126 km).

The average frequency per day from Marseille to Montpellier is:

• Around 34 buses per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Marseille and Montpellier as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Marseille to Montpellier:

• Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

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

• Travel with SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Regionale, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to go to Montpellier by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte, Marseille - RTM, Lecar Aix-Marseille to go to Montpellier by bus.

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

• 7 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
• 34 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte.

Omio customers who travel from Marseille to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Lyon, Nantes, Madrid. 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.