8:3811h37Montpellier20:15Essen£2821One-way1 change
14:5429h21Montpellier20:15Essen£2821One-way1 change
8:5011h25Montpellier20:15Essen£3151One-way2 changes
13:508h25Montpellier22:15Essen£3151One-way2 changes
13:508h25Montpellier22:15Essen£3151One-way2 changes
8:5011h25Montpellier20:15Essen£3151One-way2 changes
8:3811h37Montpellier20:15Essen£2821One-way1 change
14:5429h21Montpellier20:15Essen£2821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Montpellier to Essen
The cheapest option from Montpellier to Essen is coach, with an average price of £61. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Essen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 903 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£207 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest option | £298 Average Price |
8h 9m Average total duration Fastest option 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 45m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Montpellier to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Essen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:38 Montpellier | 11h37 | 20:15 Essen | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:50 Montpellier | 11h25 | 20:15 Essen | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:50 Montpellier | 8h25 | 22:15 Essen | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:54 Montpellier | 29h21 | 20:15 Essen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Essen
Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Montpellier to Essen, including direct trains, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £145 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 903 km distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 903 km |
Average train duration 7h 39m |
Lowest ticket price £145 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 1:09 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Montpellier to Essen trainsEurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Montpellier and Essen from £47. 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 Essen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier and Essen
Most Montpellier to Essen trains use the Montpellier-Sud-de-France to Essen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Montpellier station do trains to Essen leave from?
Getting to Montpellier-Sud-de-France from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
Which Essen station do trains from Montpellier arrive at?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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