The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Montpellier
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£165
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
659 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Montpellier will cost around £165 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
To travel from Rennes to Montpellier you need to make at least one change.
8052 · 62757:486h20Rennes station14:08Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1171One-way1 change
8072 · 62715:336h37Rennes station12:10Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1231One-way1 change
12402 · 68237:406h22Rennes station14:02Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1581One-way1 change
5336 · 987912:316h37Rennes station19:08Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1691One-way1 change
12210 · 627713:356h36Rennes station20:11Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1711One-way1 change
8052 · 62757:486h20Rennes station14:08Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1171One-way1 change
12402 · 68237:406h22Rennes station14:02Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1581One-way1 change
12210 · 627713:356h36Rennes station20:11Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1711One-way1 change
8610 · 1233711:356h36Rennes station18:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1841One-way1 change
8072 · 62715:336h37Rennes station12:10Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 659 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£138 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rennes to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Montpellier trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8072 · 6271 | On time 5:33 Rennes station | 6h37 | 12:10 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
12402 · 9812 | 7:40 Rennes station | 6h22 | 14:02 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8052 · 6275 | 7:48 Rennes station | 6h20 | 14:08 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
5464 · 9826 | 8:27 Rennes station | 7h23 | 15:50 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
8710 · 9715 | 11:35 Rennes station | 6h36 | 18:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8710 · 12337 | 11:35 Rennes station | 6h36 | 18:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
5336 · 9879 | 12:31 Rennes station | 6h37 | 19:08 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8630 · 6279 | 16:35 Rennes station | 5h33 | 22:08 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
8086 · 6227 | 16:43 Rennes station | 6h28 | 23:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8636+ 5741 | 18:35 Rennes station | 11h50 | 6:25 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8642+ 3751+ 6871 | 19:35 Rennes station | 14h21 | 9:56 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Montpellier
Trains from Rennes to Montpellier run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 659 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 659 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Montpellier trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Montpellier from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rennes to Montpellier train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Montpellier 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 Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Montpellier
Most Rennes to Montpellier trains use the Rennes to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rennes station do trains to Montpellier leave from?
Getting to Rennes from Rennes city centre
Rennes train station facilities and services
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
Getting to Pontchaillou from Rennes city centre
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontchaillou train station facilities and services
Pontchaillou has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontchaillou.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
Getting to Rennes, Beaulieu Chimie from Rennes city centre
Which Montpellier station do trains from Rennes arrive at?
Getting to Montpellier Saint-Roch from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier Saint-Roch 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 and drink
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. .
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
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.
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