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Narbo Via
Narbonne’s flagship museum presents the city’s Roman past with mosaics, inscriptions and finds in a striking contemporary building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 6 m
Buses on 18 Sept
10
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Montpellier to Narbonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Narbonne will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 buses from Montpellier to Narbonne, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Narbonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, 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 32m. 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 £5, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 85 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Narbonne:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Narbonne costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Narbonne take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 11m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 11m by bus vs 1h 19m by car) and save roughly £18 compared to fuel and tolls (£5 vs £23). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Narbonne coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:30 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h50 | 9:20 Narbonne, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h05 | 12:50 Narbonne, Aire de Covoiturage de Narbonne Croix Sud | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h30 | 17:10 Narbonne, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
50891 | 20:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h05 | 21:30 Narbonne, Aire de Covoiturage de Narbonne Croix Sud | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h35 | 0:50 Narbonne, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
4349 | 2:00 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h14 | 3:14 Narbonne, Aire de Covoiturage de Narbonne Croix Sud | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:00 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1h14 | 3:14 Narbonne, Cinema CGR Narbonne (Avenue des Étangs) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Montpellier to Narbonne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Narbonne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Narbonne trip today.
Narbonne’s flagship museum presents the city’s Roman past with mosaics, inscriptions and finds in a striking contemporary building.
Art and history museum inside the archbishops’ palace, with collections spanning fine arts, ceramics and decorative objects.
Archaeology museum in the palace complex displaying Roman, medieval and local artefacts that deepen a visit to the historic centre.
Lively central square framed by arcades and cafés, known for market energy, heritage buildings and easy access to key sights.
Picturesque canal running through the centre, perfect for a waterside stroll past bridges, trees and historic façades.
Shaded riverside promenade and garden area near the canal, popular for walking, relaxing and views of central Narbonne.
Rustic Languedoc casserole of white beans, pork and sometimes mutton or confit. Deeply tied to south-west French home cooking and nearby Aude traditions.
Seafood stew from the Narbonne coast, usually made with local fish, shellfish and saffron. It reflects the city’s link to the Mediterranean lagoons and port culture.
Oysters from the nearby Étang de Leucate and Mediterranean shore, prized for their freshness and saline flavour. A classic regional appetiser with local white wine.
Casual market venue inside Les Halles, good for oysters, shellfish and simple regional plates in an authentic local setting.
Popular brasserie by Les Halles, known for fresh seafood, regional dishes and a lively market-side atmosphere.
Well-regarded restaurant serving modern French cooking with local ingredients, with a smart, intimate atmosphere in the old town.
Moderate for southern France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than in Nice or Paris, while local buses and simple meals remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés usually get small change, not a fixed tip.
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Aire de Covoiturage de Narbonne Croix Sud -> Gare Routière de Narbonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Narbonne 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 Narbonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Narbonne buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Narbonne, Aire de Covoiturage de Narbonne Croix Sud station pair, with some services arriving at Narbonne, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Narbonne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Small cafe and snack shops available.
Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
Narbonne, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Narbonne, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Narbonne, Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Narbonne, Gare Routière.
Available at Narbonne, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Narbonne, Gare Routière: Wheelchair accessible entry and facilities.
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