- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Montpellier’s leading fine arts museum, with European paintings, sculptures and a notable courtyard. A strong choice for classic art collections.
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£29
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£33
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
10 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
12 h 38 m
Buses on 07 Oct
3
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Montpellier will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Wed 07 Oct, we found 3 buses from Nantes to Montpellier, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 583 km distance in an average of 12 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 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.
50766 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBus
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50766 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Nantes to Montpellier run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 583 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 583 km |
Average bus duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Montpellier coaches for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 10h35 | 20:45 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
50766 · 50489 | 14:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h35 | 3:40 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
87086 · 3159 | 17:00 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 16h25 | 9:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 10h10 | 10:05 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
Montpellier’s leading fine arts museum, with European paintings, sculptures and a notable courtyard. A strong choice for classic art collections.
A small anatomy museum inside the historic medical faculty, displaying scientific instruments and specimens linked to Montpellier’s medical tradition.
A contemporary art venue in a former military bakery, known for changing exhibitions and a quiet setting near the old aqueduct and Peyrou.
Montpellier’s medieval centre is filled with narrow lanes, mansions, small squares and shops. It is the essential area for walking and atmosphere.
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.
A large tree-lined promenade linking the old city with cultural venues and gardens. It is ideal for strolling, events and people-watching.
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.
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.
A Provençal-style fish dish common on the Languedoc coast, usually white fish in garlicky aioli sauce. Traditional versions include egg-based sauce.
A lively bistro known for polished French cooking and seasonal produce in a warm, contemporary setting near the centre.
A popular casual address serving thoughtful market-led plates and natural wines in a relaxed, modern dining room.
An elegant restaurant set in a historic courtyard, appreciated for refined Mediterranean cooking and a romantic atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Nice or Paris, while trams and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
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.
The most popular day trips by bus from Montpellier are Nîmes, Béziers, Narbonne, Marseille and Avignon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Montpellier on Omio.

Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 35m.

Béziers is a historic Occitanie city known for wine, the Canal du Midi and Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire. Its old centre and local traditions give it a distinctly southern French character.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 1h 0m.

Narbonne is known for its Roman heritage, canal setting and busy covered market. Close to the Mediterranean, it mixes historic character with an easy southern French rhythm.
There are 10 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.

Marseille is France's oldest city, known for its busy Mediterranean port and multicultural energy. The Vieux-Port, Le Panier and the sea give it a rugged, sunlit character.
There are 33 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 1h 55m.

Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 1h 29m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

Most Nantes to Montpellier buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Montpellier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: The station has accessible facilities.
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.
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