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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Barcelona will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 5 trains that leave Montpellier for Barcelona every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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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9711Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 284 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £314 Average Price |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Barcelona trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
09730 | Delayed 9:34 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h02 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
9711 | On time 10:17 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h19 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
9713 | On time 11:16 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 3h16 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
09742 | Delayed 16:28 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h55 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
9715 | 18:16 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h16 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Montpellier to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Barcelona trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants 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 and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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