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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Montpellier
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Montpellier will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
To travel from Zurich to Montpellier you need to make at least one change.
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987911:347h34Zurich HB19:08Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1601One-way1 change- 9210+97159:348h37Zurich HB18:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1651One-way1 change
- 9226+9580 · 983615:346h29Zurich HB22:03Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2041One-way2 changes
- 9226+9580 · 983615:346h29Zurich HB22:03Montpellier-Saint-Roch£2041One-way2 changes
- 9218+987911:347h34Zurich HB19:08Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1601One-way1 change
- 9210+97159:348h37Zurich HB18:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch£1651One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 554 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£147 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £208 Average Price |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Montpellier trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:34 Zurich | 6h30 | 21:04 Montpellier | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 9210+9715 | 9:34 Zurich HB | 8h37 | 18:11 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
| 9218+9879 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 7h34 | 19:08 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Montpellier
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Montpellier run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Montpellier trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Zurich and Montpellier from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Zurich to Montpellier train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich and Montpellier
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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