How to travel from Nice to Montpellier

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Montpellier costing on average €57.

A bus is €293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Montpellier costing on average €316.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

Flight takes on average 10h 8m.

The distance from Nice to Montpellier is approximately 169 miles (273 km).

The average frequency per day from Nice to Montpellier is:

• Around 23 buses per day.
• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Nice Saint-Augustin and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
• Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Gipsyy, Infobus, ZOU! Proximité to go to Montpellier by bus.
• Travel with ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Montpellier by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Nice to Montpellier:

• 18 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Gipsyy, Infobus.

Omio customers who travel from Nice to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Lyon, Nantes. 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.