How to travel from Montpellier to Avignon

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Compare train and bus for Montpellier to Avignon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $34.

Distance: 52 miles (84 km)

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$34

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$29

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$28

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1h 49m

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1h 19m

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2h 25m

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1h 55m

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1h 20m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Avignon is a train with an average price of $12.

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

A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montpellier to Avignon costing on average $19.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Avignon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montpellier and Avignon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Avignon among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $12 compared to roughly $28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Montpellier to Avignon

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • AVE09725
    7:54 PM0h58
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    8:52 PMAvignon TGV
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AVE09725
    7:54 PM0h58
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    8:52 PMAvignon TGV
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AVE09725
    7:54 PM0h58
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    8:52 PMAvignon TGV
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876316
    5:39 PM1h33
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    7:12 PMAvignon Centre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6873+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876316
    6:01 PM1h11
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    7:12 PMAvignon Centre
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | Intercités4657+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876710
    12:58 PM1h15
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    2:13 PMAvignon Centre
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50845
    12:50 PM1h30
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    2:20 PMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM1h35
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    6:55 PMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:20 PM1h50
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    12:10 AMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Avignon

Travel to Avignon 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 Montpellier to Avignon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Montpellier and Avignon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Avignon is a train with an average price of $12.

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

A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montpellier to Avignon costing on average $19.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Avignon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 4m.

The distance from Montpellier to Avignon is approximately 52 miles (84 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Avignon is:
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Avignon 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 Montpellier to Avignon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Avignon Centre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Avignon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Gipsyy, FlixBus to go to Avignon by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Avignon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montpellier to Avignon with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Gipsyy, FlixBus.
  • 9 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Avignon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Nice, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Avignon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Avignon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Avignon, you can explore the historic streets on a guided walking tour, visit the Palais des Papes, and admire the views from Pont Saint-Bénézet. Discover local produce at Les Halles d'Avignon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the Rhône River, and experience the Avignon Festival's arts performances. Don't miss the Avignon Cathedral, Rocher des Doms park, and the art collection at Musée du Petit Palais. Additionally, take wine tasting tours in the nearby vineyards of the Rhône Valley.
To fully experience Avignon, including its historic sites like the Palais des Papes, Pont d'Avignon, and the charming old town, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.
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