How to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes

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Compare train and bus for Montpellier to Nîmes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $14.

Distance: 27 miles (45 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $9.

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

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nîmes costing on average $14.

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

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montpellier and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Nîmes among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 23m faster (31m by train vs 54m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 vs $15). 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 Nîmes

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

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

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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
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  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876432
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  • SNCF | Intercités4657
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  • SNCF | Intercités4661
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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Nîmes

Travel to Nîmes 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 Nîmes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Montpellier and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $9.

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

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nîmes costing on average $14.

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

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 19m.

The distance from Montpellier to Nîmes is approximately 27 miles (45 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Nîmes is:
  • Around 20 buses per day.
  • Around 14 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Nîmes 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 Nîmes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Nîmes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Nîmes by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Infobus, Gipsyy to go to Nîmes by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montpellier to Nîmes with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct trains per day with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
  • 20 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Infobus, Gipsyy.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Avignon, Madrid. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nîmes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nîmes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nîmes, you can attend a live performance at the Théâtre de Nîmes, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center, or visit the Carré d'Art, a contemporary art museum and library. Experience local cuisine at the bustling Les Halles de Nîmes market or take a day trip to the nearby Pont du Gard, a stunning Roman aqueduct. Explore best sights like Arènes de Nîmes, a well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Maison Carrée with its impressive Corinthian columns, the historic Jardins de la Fontaine, and Tour Magne for panoramic city views. Don't miss the Musée de la Romanité, showcasing Roman history and artifacts.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Nîmes, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments like the Arena and Maison Carrée, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.
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