- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Montpellier’s leading fine arts museum, with European paintings, sculptures and a notable courtyard. A strong choice for classic art collections.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£0.90
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
14 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
15 m
Trains on 05 Sept
15
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sète to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sète to Montpellier will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £0.90.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 15 trains from Sète to Montpellier, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
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12352Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sète to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 27 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sète to Montpellier:
A train is £20 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sète to Montpellier costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Coach takes on average 29m.
The journey is about 25m faster (19m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£5 vs £6). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sète to Montpellier trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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876416 | On time 13:51 Sète station | 0h17 | 14:08 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876350 | On time 14:03 Sète station | 0h23 | 14:26 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
6258 | On time 14:28 Sète station | 0h18 | 14:46 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
876360 | 16:07 Sète station | 0h23 | 16:30 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
86992 | On time 16:51 Sète station | 0h17 | 17:08 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
6873 | 17:42 Sète station | 0h15 | 17:57 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876424 | 17:50 Sète station | 0h17 | 18:07 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
9862 | 8:14 Sète station | 0h19 | 8:33 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
6202 | 8:27 Sète station | 0h17 | 8:44 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
6871 | 9:40 Sète station | 0h16 | 9:56 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 0 changesdirect | |
876344 | 10:00 Sète station | 0h22 | 10:22 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
876346 | 12:07 Sète station | 0h20 | 12:27 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
4657 | 12:38 Sète station | 0h15 | 12:53 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sète to Montpellier run on average 13 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £0.90 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 15m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.90 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 23:05 |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
Montpellier’s leading fine arts museum, with European paintings, sculptures and a notable courtyard. A strong choice for classic art collections.
A small anatomy museum inside the historic medical faculty, displaying scientific instruments and specimens linked to Montpellier’s medical tradition.
A contemporary art venue in a former military bakery, known for changing exhibitions and a quiet setting near the old aqueduct and Peyrou.
Montpellier’s medieval centre is filled with narrow lanes, mansions, small squares and shops. It is the essential area for walking and atmosphere.
This broad central square is a lively meeting point framed by grand buildings and cafés, with easy access to the old town and major sights.
A large tree-lined promenade linking the old city with cultural venues and gardens. It is ideal for strolling, events and people-watching.
A rich fish stew from nearby Sète with monkfish or other local catch, tomatoes, white wine and aioli. A signature dish of the Hérault coast.
A spicy octopus pie from Sète, filled with tomato sauce and seafood in a soft orange pastry. It reflects Montpellier's strong ties to the nearby port.
A Provençal-style fish dish common on the Languedoc coast, usually white fish in garlicky aioli sauce. Traditional versions include egg-based sauce.
A lively bistro known for polished French cooking and seasonal produce in a warm, contemporary setting near the centre.
A popular casual address serving thoughtful market-led plates and natural wines in a relaxed, modern dining room.
An elegant restaurant set in a historic courtyard, appreciated for refined Mediterranean cooking and a romantic atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Nice or Paris, while trams and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included in France. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés is optional; taxi fares are often rounded up.
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Montpellier-Saint-Roch -> Place de la Comédie, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sète 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.

Most Sète to Montpellier trains use the Sète to Montpellier Saint-Roch station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Use this guide to compare Sète and Montpellier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grand Bleu, La Marine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
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.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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