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Musée de la Citadelle
Local history museum inside the citadel, presenting the monument’s military past and Sisteron’s strategic role through displays and models.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£80
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
6 h 33 m
Trains on 23 Sept
6
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Sisteron is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Sisteron will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Montpellier to Sisteron you need to make at least one change.

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Sisteron among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 178 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-17.01. The journey takes 3h 46m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Sisteron trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:59 Montpellier | 4h15 | 15:14 Sisteron | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:58 Montpellier | 5h47 | 18:45 Sisteron | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:12 Montpellier | 5h33 | 18:45 Sisteron | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:58 Montpellier | 3h46 | 20:44 Sisteron | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:54 Montpellier | 13h55 | 9:49 Sisteron | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:25 Montpellier | 13h24 | 9:49 Sisteron | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Sisteron run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 6:46 |
Last train 16:37 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Sisteron — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sisteron trip today.
Local history museum inside the citadel, presenting the monument’s military past and Sisteron’s strategic role through displays and models.
Museum devoted to Provençal heritage, with reconstructed interiors, tools and objects that illustrate everyday life in the region.
Small museum exploring old transport and roads in the region, offering a niche look at travel and local infrastructure history.
Main old-town square framed by historic buildings and arcades, ideal for absorbing the atmosphere at the heart of Sisteron.
Pleasant riverside promenade along the Durance, appreciated for open views towards the citadel and the surrounding cliffs.
Viewpoint area near the citadel approach, popular for photographs of the old town, the Durance valley and the Rocher de la Baume.
Agneau de Sisteron is prized Provençal lamb from the area, known for tender, delicate meat from pasture-raised flocks in the Alpine foothills.
Daube provençale is a slow-cooked beef stew with red wine, herbs and vegetables, traditional across Haute-Provence and well suited to mountain cooking.
Pieds et paquets is a classic Provençal dish of stuffed tripe parcels and sheep's trotters simmered for hours with wine, tomato and herbs.
Traditional restaurant in Sisteron serving Provençal and regional dishes in a warm, relaxed setting near the historic centre.
Refined hotel restaurant offering polished Provençal cuisine and a quieter dining room for a more formal meal in Sisteron.
Established local address for regional French cooking and seasonal plates, with a casual atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Sisteron is moderate for Provence: rooms and dining are usually cheaper than major Riviera spots, but summer stays and tourist-centre meals raise costs. Walking keeps local transport spend low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change for cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Sisteron 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 Sisteron, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Sisteron trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Sisteron station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Sisteron 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.
Sisteron has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Brasero, La Table du Chef
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sisteron. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Sisteron: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sisteron: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sisteron: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Sisteron, Hotel Le Tivoli, Hotel de la Citadelle.
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