How to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $108 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, while a train costs an average of $198.

Distance: 351 miles (565 km)

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$198

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$108

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$197

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$208

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5h 37m

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5h 7m

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13h 32m

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7h 23m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans

Compare the available ways to get from Montpellier to Le Mans, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of $108.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Le Mans:

A bus is $89 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Le Mans costing on average $197.

A bus is $90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Le Mans costing on average $198.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Montpellier and Le Mans including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Le Mans among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 16m faster (5h 7m by train vs 7h 23m by car) and roughly $11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($198 vs $208). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Montpellier to Le Mans

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12348 · 8067
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9862 · 5382
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12330 · 8875
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9864 · 5488
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 98083
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans 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 Le Mans.

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There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Le Mans including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of $108.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Le Mans:

A bus is $89 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Le Mans costing on average $197.

A bus is $90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Le Mans costing on average $198.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Le Mans is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 32m.

The distance from Montpellier to Le Mans is approximately 351 miles (565 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Le Mans is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Le Mans 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 Le Mans:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Tours Val de Loire Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Le Mans station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Le Mans by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Le Mans by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air to go to Le Mans by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Le Mans:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, La Fleche, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Mans to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Mans, you can attend the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours endurance car race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and regional specialties, and enjoy performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces. Take a scenic walk along the Sarthe River or visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Key sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Julien, the medieval Cité Plantagenêt, the Musée des 24 Heures du Mans with its classic car exhibits, the serene Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and the historic Abbaye de l'Épau.
For a visit to Le Mans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic old town, the famous Le Mans Cathedral, and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack.
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