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Musée Goya
The city’s leading museum, noted for Goya and Hispanic art. It is housed in the former bishop’s palace with views over the formal garden.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Castres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Castres will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Montpellier to Castres you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Montpellier to Castres run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 18:58 |
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The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Castres trains for today, Thursday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 12:06 Montpellier | 3h50 | 15:56 Castres | 0 changesdirect | |
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The city’s leading museum, noted for Goya and Hispanic art. It is housed in the former bishop’s palace with views over the formal garden.
Museum dedicated to Jean Jaurès, the politician born in Castres. It presents his life, ideas and the wider social history of France.
Contemporary exhibition space in central Castres, often hosting temporary art and heritage displays. A good option for a current local cultural stop.
The emblematic riverside houses on the Agout are Castres’s best-known scene. Walk here for reflections, photos and the town’s distinctive character.
The main central square, lined with arcades and historic façades. It is a practical base for exploring the old town on foot.
A pleasant riverside promenade in the centre, ideal for an easy walk with views of bridges, gardens and the old houses along the Agout.
A hearty stew of white beans with pork, duck confit and sausage. A staple of south-west France, strongly associated with Tarn and nearby Castelnaudary.
Slow-cooked pork sausage from the Lacaune mountains, often grilled or served with lentils. It is a regional charcuterie classic in the Tarn area.
Dry-cured mountain ham from nearby Lacaune, prized for its long maturation and protected regional tradition. Common on local charcuterie boards.
Elegant restaurant in central Castres serving refined south-west French cuisine in a calm, polished setting.
Well-known bistro close to the historic centre, appreciated for seasonal French dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant with regional cooking, grilled meats and generous portions in a friendly, unfussy setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major tourist cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Castres 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 Castres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Castres trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Gare De Castres station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Castres 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.
Gare De Castres is 1 km from Castres city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Gare De Castres has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare De Castres.
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