How to travel from Montpellier to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. 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 $33, while a train costs an average of $103.

Distance: 210 miles (339 km)

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$33

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$103

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6h 34m

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6h 4m

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4h 9m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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from Montpellier to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3187 · 3817
    10:05 AM7h50
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    5:55 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    $411One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3187 · 3817
    10:05 AM7h50
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    5:55 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    $411One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7471 · AF7362
    6:00 AM3h30
    Montpellier Airport
    9:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $9721One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AVE09737+TER96514
    11:29 AM5h12
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    4:41 PMGeneva station
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE09737+TER96518
    11:29 AM7h11
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    6:40 PMGeneva station
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE09737+TER96520
    11:29 AM8h11
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    7:40 PMGeneva station
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM8h25
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    9:25 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM6h50
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    1:20 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:50 AM6h05
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    8:55 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7467 · AF7362
    6:40 PM14h50
    Montpellier Airport
    9:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $5061One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7467 · AF7364
    6:40 PM15h50
    Montpellier Airport
    10:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $5061One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7467 · AF7366
    6:40 PM19h05
    Montpellier Airport
    1:45 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $5061One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Montpellier to Geneva

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Montpellier to Geneva, 63,04% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Montpellier to Geneva and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Geneva

Travel to Geneva 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 Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

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

A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Geneva costing on average $103 (€83).

A bus is $299 (€242) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Geneva costing on average $332 (€269).

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Geneva is by train with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

Flight takes on average 9h 50m.

The distance from Montpellier to Geneva is approximately 210 miles (339 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Geneva is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Geneva 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 Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Genève, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | TGV Lyria, AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Geneva by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Geneva:
  • 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Milan, Lyon, Annecy. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Geneva and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Geneva to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Geneva, explore the charming Old Town with its narrow streets and historical buildings, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the city and Alps, and visit the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Discover the vibrant Carouge district known for its bohemian atmosphere, and relax at Bains des Pâquis. Don't miss the Jet d'Eau fountain, St. Pierre Cathedral, Parc des Bastions, Palais des Nations, and Patek Philippe Museum.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Geneva's main attractions, including the Jet d'Eau, the United Nations Office, and the Old Town, while also enjoying the city's parks and museums.
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