The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Montpellier
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
783 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Montpellier will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 6 trains that leave Lille for Montpellier every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 783 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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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7046 · 6225Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lille to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 783 km
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£116 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lille to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Montpellier trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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7212 · 6275 | On time 07:49 Lille-Europe | 5h19 | 13:08 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
9812 | On time 08:01 Lille-Europe | 5h16 | 13:17 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
9826 | On time 10:01 Lille-Europe | 4h49 | 14:50 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
7218 · 9715 | On time 11:02 Lille-Europe | 6h09 | 17:11 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
7518 · 9715 | On time 11:02 Lille-Europe | 6h09 | 17:11 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
7046 · 6277 | On time 14:10 Lille Flandres | 5h01 | 19:11 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
9836 | On time 15:57 Lille-Europe | 4h53 | 20:50 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
5036 | On time 15:57 Lille-Europe | 4h53 | 20:50 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Montpellier
Trains from Lille to Montpellier run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 783 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 783 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Lille to Montpellier trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Lille and Montpellier from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lille to Montpellier train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Montpellier by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Montpellier
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
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