- 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 25 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
11 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
13 h 21 m
Buses on 25 Sept
10
Distance
659 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rennes to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Montpellier will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £72.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 10 buses from Rennes to Montpellier, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 659 km distance in an average of 13 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 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.
51028
50023 · 50845
FlixBus
5242 · 3159
52197 · 50617
FlixBus
FlixBus
51028
50023 · 50845
50025 · 51047The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Montpellier coaches for today, Thursday 24 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
52197 · 50617 | 15:15 Rennes, Gare Routière | 16h30 | 7:45 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
51028 | 17:05 Rennes, Gare Routière | 13h10 | 6:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
5242 · 3159 | 17:05 Rennes, Gare Routière | 16h20 | 9:25 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
50023 · 50845 | 22:10 Rennes, Gare Routière | 14h25 | 12:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:20 Rennes, Gare Routière | 11h45 | 10:05 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Rennes, Gare Routière | 15h45 | 14:05 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 1 change | |
| Friday 25 September | |||||
50025 · 51047 | 8:00 Rennes, Gare Routière | 15h10 | 23:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Rennes, Gare Routière | 12h15 | 20:45 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rennes to Montpellier run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 659 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 659 km |
Average bus duration 13h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes to Montpellier buses use the Rennes, Gare Routière to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Montpellier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rennes, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes, Gare Routière.
Available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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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