How to travel from Nantes to Montpellier

There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of €67.

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

A bus is €103 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Montpellier costing on average €170.

A bus is €303 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Montpellier costing on average €370.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 13m.

Bus takes on average 11h 36m.

The distance from Nantes to Montpellier is approximately 362 miles (583 km).

The average frequency per day from Nantes to Montpellier is:

• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Montpellier 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 Nantes to Montpellier:

• Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Air France, Malta Air, Volotea, Lufthansa, Swiss, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Helvetic Airways, Ryanair to go to Montpellier by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Montpellier by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités to go to Montpellier by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Nantes to Montpellier with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Volotea, CitizenPlane, Ryanair.
• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Marseille, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montpellier and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Montpellier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Montpellier, you can explore vibrant local markets offering fresh produce and artisanal crafts, attend performances at the historic Opéra Comédie, enjoy a bike ride along the scenic Lez River, and visit the Aquarium Mare Nostrum for marine exhibits. Discover the dynamic nightlife with various bars and clubs. Notable sights include Place de la Comédie with its iconic fountain, the Musée Fabre art museum, the Gothic-style Montpellier Cathedral, the historic Jardin des Plantes, and the Promenade du Peyrou with its panoramic city views.

Spending 2 to 3 days in Montpellier is ideal for exploring its historic sites, vibrant markets, and enjoying the local cuisine, while also having time to relax and experience the city's charming atmosphere.