How to travel from Rennes to Montpellier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, while a flight costs an average of $359.

Distance: 409 miles (659 km)

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$359

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$221

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$101

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$239

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4h 12m

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2h 12m

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6h 46m

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6h 16m

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13h 40m

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8h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $101.

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

A bus is $120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Montpellier costing on average $221.

A bus is $259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Montpellier costing on average $359.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 13h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rennes and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rennes to Montpellier among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 40m sooner (2h 12m by flight vs 8h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $359 compared to roughly $239 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Rennes to Montpellier

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50023 · 50487
    10:10 PM16h10
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    2:20 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50023 · 50487
    10:10 PM16h10
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    2:20 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 6773
    3:45 PM1h25
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    5:10 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5336
    12:31 PM6h04
    Rennes station
    6:35 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $2321One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5460 · 9836
    3:45 PM6h18
    Rennes station
    10:03 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8720 · 6277
    1:35 PM6h36
    Rennes station
    8:11 PMMontpellier-Sud-de-France
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus52197 · 50617
    3:15 PM16h30
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    7:45 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $671One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus5242 · 3159
    5:05 PM16h20
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    9:25 AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404 · 93129
    9:55 PM16h25
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    2:20 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $771One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 6775
    7:00 PM1h25
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:25 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 6477
    8:30 AM1h25
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    9:55 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1891One-way
    0 transfers
  • VoloteaV72541+BlaBlaCar Bus50897
    1:40 PM9h45
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    11:25 PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    $1961One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rennes to Montpellier

Travel to Montpellier 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 Rennes to Montpellier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rennes and Montpellier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Montpellier is a bus with an average price of $101.

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

A bus is $120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Montpellier costing on average $221.

A bus is $259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Montpellier costing on average $359.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 13h 40m.

The distance from Rennes to Montpellier is approximately 409 miles (659 km).
The average frequency per day from Rennes to Montpellier is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rennes 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 Rennes to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rennes station and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rennes, Gare Routière and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rennes to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Malta Air, Ryanair, Air France to go to Montpellier by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Montpellier by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rennes to Montpellier with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Rennes 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.
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