- 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 12 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 37 m
Trains on 12 Sept
12
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 12 trains from Marseille to Montpellier, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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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4760Omio 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
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 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.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 16m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Montpellier trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4770 | On time 19:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h39 | 21:00 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
6852 · 6227 | On time 20:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h57 | 23:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
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4756 | 7:20 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h41 | 9:01 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876554 | 8:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h04 | 10:26 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
5354 · 9713 | 8:34 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h23 | 10:57 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
4758 | 9:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h36 | 11:00 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
4760 | 11:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h41 | 13:03 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876558 | 12:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h06 | 14:27 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
4762 | 13:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h36 | 15:00 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
4764 | 15:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h36 | 17:00 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876562 | 16:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h06 | 18:28 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
4766 | 17:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h38 | 19:00 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876566 | 18:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h03 | 20:25 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876566+ 6277 | 18:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h49 | 20:11 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
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Trains from Marseille to Montpellier run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 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.
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Montpellier-Saint-Roch -> Place de la Comédie, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

Most Marseille to Montpellier trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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