The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Montpellier
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£209
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
7
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 £209 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
Of the 7 trains that leave Rennes for Montpellier every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 659 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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.
8052 · 62757:486h21Rennes station14:09Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1421One-way1 change
533612:316h22Rennes station18:53Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2041One-way0 changes
8610 · 971511:356h36Rennes station18:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2171One-way1 change
8086 · 627916:355h36Rennes station22:11Montpellier-Sud-de-France£2171One-way1 change
8636+
573718:3511h50Rennes station6:25Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2221One-way1 change
8086 · 627916:355h36Rennes station22:11Montpellier-Sud-de-France£2171One-way1 change
8052 · 62757:486h21Rennes station14:09Montpellier-Sud-de-France£1421One-way1 change
533612:316h22Rennes station18:53Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2041One-way0 changes
5460 · 1253615:316h34Rennes station22:05Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2391One-way1 change
8610 · 971511:356h36Rennes station18:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2171One-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 £31. 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 £31, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 659 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£140 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £101 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 tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8052 · 6275 | 7:48 Rennes station | 6h21 | 14:09 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
8610 · 9715 | 11:35 Rennes station | 6h36 | 18:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
5336 | 12:31 Rennes station | 6h22 | 18:53 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
5460 · 12536 | 15:31 Rennes station | 6h34 | 22:05 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
8086 · 6279 | 16:35 Rennes station | 5h36 | 22:11 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 change | |
8636+ 5737 | 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 £63 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 £63 |
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.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
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
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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)
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