The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier Airport 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 Airport to Barcelona will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Montpellier Airport for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.
15:282h55Montpellier Airport18:23Barcelona£381One-way0 changes
14:282h55Montpellier Airport17:23Barcelona£571One-way0 changes
15:282h55Montpellier Airport18:23Barcelona£381One-way0 changes
14:282h55Montpellier Airport17:23Barcelona£571One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Montpellier Airport to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier Airport 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £140.
Distance: 285 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £372 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Montpellier Airport to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier Airport to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:28 Montpellier Airport | 2h55 | 17:23 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:28 Montpellier Airport | 2h55 | 18:23 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Montpellier Airport to Barcelona by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Montpellier Airport to Barcelona trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona
Trains from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 17:17. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 7:34 |
Last train 17:17 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Montpellier Airport to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Montpellier Airport and Barcelona from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Montpellier Airport to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier Airport 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier Airport and Barcelona
Most Montpellier Airport to Barcelona trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier Airport and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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