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 $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. 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 $5, while a train costs an average of $10.

Distance: 27 miles (45 km)

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$10

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$15

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1h 0m

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1h 14m

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44m

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54m

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TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $5.

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 $10.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 14m.

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 24m faster (30m by train vs 54m by car) and roughly $5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 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.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    3:45 PM0h45
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    4:30 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    3:45 PM0h45
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    4:30 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5158
    11:59 AM0h24
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    12:23 PMNîmes station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876316
    5:39 PM0h56
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    6:35 PMNîmes station
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités4665
    8:59 PM0h25
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    9:24 PMNîmes station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    2:54 PM0h24
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    3:18 PMNîmes station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4705
    10:00 AM0h45
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    10:45 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3187
    10:05 AM0h45
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    10:50 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus93130
    3:50 PM0h45
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    4:35 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

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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.

FAQs
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 $5.

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 $10.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 14m.

The distance from Montpellier to Nîmes is approximately 27 miles (45 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Nîmes is:
  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • Around 13 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Nîmes by bus.
  • Travel with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, AVE, ZOU!, TGV, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Nîmes by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montpellier to Nîmes with the following travel companies:
  • 21 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
  • 13 direct trains per day with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, AVE, ZOU!, TGV, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Arras, Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, 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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