The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Basel
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Basel will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Of the 4 trains that leave Montpellier for Basel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 525 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Montpellier to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 525 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£131 Average Price | £175 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Montpellier to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Basel trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12562 · 5516+ 9213 | On time 07:38 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h48 | 14:26 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
6202 · 12125+ 96225 · 96133 | On time 07:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 9h00 | 16:50 Basel SBB | 3 changes | |
6202+ 9215+ 96133 | On time 07:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 9h00 | 16:50 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
6202+ 9215+ 96130 | On time 07:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 8h53 | 16:43 Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
6202+ 9215 | On time 07:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 8h36 | 16:26 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
6871 · 6616+ 9215+ 96133 | On time 09:02 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 7h48 | 16:50 Basel SBB | 3 changes | |
6871 · 6616+ 9215 | On time 09:02 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 7h24 | 16:26 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
9864 · 12182+ 9223 | On time 13:54 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h32 | 20:26 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Basel
Trains from Montpellier to Basel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 525 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 525 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Montpellier to Basel trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Montpellier and Basel from £34. 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 to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier and Basel
- 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)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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