How to travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $661.

Distance: 224 miles (361 km)

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$111

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3h 36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is a bus with an average price of $59.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône:

A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average $111.

A bus is $602 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average $661.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Chalon-sur-Saône take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 6h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Montpellier and Chalon-sur-Saône including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône 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 $59 compared to roughly $140 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $81. The journey takes 5h 38m versus 4h 33m 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 Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône

How to get from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône by train, bus or flight.

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:50 PM6h55
    Montpellier
    8:45 PMChalon-sur-Saône
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:50 PM6h55
    Montpellier
    8:45 PMChalon-sur-Saône
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:20 PM6h20
    Montpellier
    9:40 PMChalon-sur-Saône
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    12:20 PM8h50
    Montpellier
    9:10 PMChalon-sur-Saône
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône

Travel to Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Chalon-sur-Saône.

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There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Chalon-sur-Saône including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is a bus with an average price of $59.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône:

A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average $111.

A bus is $602 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average $661.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Chalon-sur-Saône take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 6h 8m.

The distance from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is approximately 224 miles (361 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière.
  • Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Chalon-sur-Saône by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Chalon-sur-Saône by train.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Air France to go to Chalon-sur-Saône by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Chalon-sur-Saône often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Dijon, Marseille, Mâcon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chalon-sur-Saône and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chalon-sur-Saône to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Chalon-sur-Saône, allowing time to visit its historical sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture.

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