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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Montpellier
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 57 m
Buses on 03 Sept
35
Distance
126 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Montpellier will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 35 buses from Marseille to Montpellier, including 35 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
510482:452h55Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles5:40Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£51One-way0 changes- 510207:252h35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles10:00Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£51One-way0 changes
- 931179:002h25Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles11:25Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:002h40Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles8:40Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£81One-way0 changes
Normal23:152h44Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles1:59Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£81One-way0 changes
- 504880:301h50Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence2:20Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£291One-way0 changes
- 313513:251h55Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles15:20Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£151One-way0 changes
- Normal6:352h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles8:35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£161One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:302h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles13:30Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France£201One-way0 changes
- 47316:352h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles8:35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Marseille to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 126 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Montpellier is a coach with an average price of £7.
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Montpellier:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Montpellier costing on average £19.
The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Montpellier is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marseille and Montpellier including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Marseille to Montpellier bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Montpellier coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 19:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h15 | 21:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h25 | 22:05 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51027 | 20:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h30 | 23:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4704 | 21:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h40 | 23:50 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h44 | 1:59 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 23:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h44 | 1:59 Montpellier | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50488 | 23:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h25 | 2:20 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 50488 | 0:30 Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1h50 | 2:20 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51048 | 2:45 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h55 | 5:40 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h40 | 8:40 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 6:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h00 | 8:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4731 | 6:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h00 | 8:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
 Normal | 6:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h00 | 8:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51020 | 7:25 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 10:00 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h55 | 11:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 93117 | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h25 | 11:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h25 | 11:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h25 | 11:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h00 | 13:30 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50895 | 11:45 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 14:20 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50486 | 12:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 15:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3135 | 13:25 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h55 | 15:20 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50899 | 13:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 16:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h15 | 17:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4733 | 15:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h15 | 17:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h15 | 17:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h30 | 18:00 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51022 | 16:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 19:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50590 | 17:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2h35 | 19:50 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Montpellier
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Buses from Marseille to Montpellier run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte, Marseille - RTM, Lecar Aix-Marseille from Marseille to MontpellierYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Montpellier with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte, Marseille - RTM, Lecar Aix-Marseille for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£8
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Gipsyy
About
Gipsyy is a Portuguese bus company aiming for carbon-neutral operations and a vision to fill every seat, offering cost-effective travel across Portugal and Spain, with plans for further European expansion. They operate 32 trips daily, connecting 8 cities, including popular routes like Lisbon, Madrid, and Porto. Gipsyy buses typically offer amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and USB charging points. They have also partnered with Spanish company Alsa to jointly operate international routes, enhancing connectivity and passenger experience with modern double-decker buses featuring Wi-Fi and USB charging.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gipsyy Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Gipsyy Price
£10
Luggage included
One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Support for visually impaired passengers.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be folded or disassembled.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Autocar Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest SNCF | Autocar Price
£30
SNCF | Autocar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£5
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Internorte
Luggage & cancellation policy
Internorte frequency
3 a day
Marseille - RTM
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marseille - RTM Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Marseille - RTM Price
£14
Marseille - RTM frequency
1 a day
Lecar Aix-Marseille
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lecar Aix-Marseille Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Lecar Aix-Marseille Price
£27
Lecar Aix-Marseille frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Montpellier
Things to do in Montpellier
Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
- Recommended
Musée d'Anatomie
A small anatomy museum inside the historic medical faculty, displaying scientific instruments and specimens linked to Montpellier’s medical tradition.
- Recommended
Carré Sainte-Anne
A contemporary art venue in a former military bakery, known for changing exhibitions and a quiet setting near the old aqueduct and Peyrou.
- Must visit
Écusson
Montpellier’s medieval centre is filled with narrow lanes, mansions, small squares and shops. It is the essential area for walking and atmosphere.
- Must visit
Place de la Comédie
This broad central square is a lively meeting point framed by grand buildings and cafés, with easy access to the old town and major sights.
- Recommended
Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle
A large tree-lined promenade linking the old city with cultural venues and gardens. It is ideal for strolling, events and people-watching.
Tielle sétoise
A rich fish stew from nearby Sète with monkfish or other local catch, tomatoes, white wine and aioli. A signature dish of the Hérault coast.
Bourride sétoise
A spicy octopus pie from Sète, filled with tomato sauce and seafood in a soft orange pastry. It reflects Montpellier's strong ties to the nearby port.
- Gluten-free
Brasucade de moules
A Provençal-style fish dish common on the Languedoc coast, usually white fish in garlicky aioli sauce. Traditional versions include egg-based sauce.
Leclère
A lively bistro known for polished French cooking and seasonal produce in a warm, contemporary setting near the centre.
Le Petit Jardin
A popular casual address serving thoughtful market-led plates and natural wines in a relaxed, modern dining room.
Le Petit Jardin
An elegant restaurant set in a historic courtyard, appreciated for refined Mediterranean cooking and a romantic atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for southern France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Nice or Paris, while trams and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in France. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés is optional; taxi fares are often rounded up.
M'Ticket
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.60
- Day pass
- €4.80
To the city centre
Sabines Gare Routière -> Gare Saint-Roch, Montpellier
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Sabines is on TaM Tram Line 2, which gives a direct link towards central Montpellier and Gare Saint-Roch.
- Buy and validate tickets in the official M'Ticket app before boarding. Contactless bank card acceptance on vehicles could not be confirmed from the official sources checked.
FAQs: Marseille to Montpellier coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Montpellier by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Marseille to Montpellier can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Marseille to Montpellier is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Marseille to Montpellier is 2h 0m to travel the 126 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Marseille to Montpellier leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Marseille to Montpellier leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 34 direct coaches a day from Marseille to Montpellier with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Marseille to Montpellier, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, SNCF | Autocar, Internorte, Marseille - RTM, Lecar Aix-Marseille for the best way to get you to Montpellier. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Marseille and Montpellier and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Marseille , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence, Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine . When arriving in Montpellier , you can end your route in coach stations like Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France, Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines), Montpellier.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, located 3 away from the city centre.
A trip to Montpellier from Marseille is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Marseille to Montpellier is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marseille and Montpellier including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Marseille to Montpellier for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, SNCF | Autocar, Gipsyy.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Marseille to Montpellier:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Marseille to Montpellier depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
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No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Marseille to Montpellier.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Marseille to Montpellier:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Marseille to Montpellier:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Marseille to Montpellier. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Marseille to Montpellier with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, SNCF | Autocar, Gipsyy
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Marseille to Montpellier with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, SNCF | Autocar, Gipsyy.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Marseille to Montpellier with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, SNCF | Autocar, Gipsyy.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Montpellier
Most Marseille to Montpellier buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Montpellier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Marseille
Arrival bus stations in Montpellier
Which Marseille station do buses to Montpellier leave from?
Buses from Marseille to Montpellier leave from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles. The station is 1 km from Marseille city centre at Square Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France.
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-CharlesSquare Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
SubwayM2 · 1m · £2 · every ~22 min
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles bus station facilities and services
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille ProvenceAeroport Marseille Provence, 13727 Marignane, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence from Marseille city centre
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 33m · every ~4 min
BusBlaBlaCar Bus · 25m · £2 · every ~2 min
A1 · 26m · £5 · every ~12 min
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence bus station facilities and services
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
Marseille, Gare de Saint-AntoineSaint-Antoine, Av. de Roquefavour, 13015 Marseille, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine from Marseille city centre
Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 22m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus5814 · 41m · £3
530 · 44m · £2 · every ~1 min
Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine bus station facilities and services
Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine. ATMs are available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine: Basic wheelchair access available.
Which Montpellier station do buses from Marseille arrive at?
Buses from Marseille to Montpellier most often arrive at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière. Some services arrive at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Montpellier arrival station.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare RoutièreMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routiere is located at 210 Avenue du Colonel Andre Pavelet dit Villars, 34070 Montpellier, France.
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus15 · 31m · £2 · every ~8 min
Tram2 · 14m · £2 · every ~16 min
2 · 20m · £2 · every ~15 min
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de FranceMontpellier Sud de France, 1521 Rue de la Font de la Banquière, 34000 Montpellier, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus620 · 15m · £2 · every ~3 min
15 · 28m · £2 · every ~7 min
Tram1 · 25m · £2 · every ~19 min
1 · 27m · £2 · every ~19 min
1 · 33m · £2 · every ~18 min
1 · 36m · £2 · every ~18 min
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France bus station facilities and services
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafe and snack shops available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines)Montpellier Rue de la Madeleine, 86 Rue de la Madeleine, 34070
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines) from Montpellier city centre
Bus15 · 33m · £2 · every ~8 min
Tram2 · 13m · £2 · every ~16 min
2 · 19m · £2 · every ~15 min
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