How to get to Montpellier from Caen

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Compare train, coach and flight for Caen to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £86, while a train costs an average of £137.

Distance: 700 km

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Driving

£137

Average Price

£91

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£86

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Cheapest

£190

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 19m

Average total duration

6h 49m

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30m

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3h 25m

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1h 25m

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2h 0m

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14h 52m

Average total duration

14h 22m

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30m

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8h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Volotea

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FlixBus

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The cheapest way to travel from Caen to Montpellier is a coach with an average price of £86.

This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Montpellier:

A coach is £5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Caen to Montpellier costing on average £91.

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Montpellier costing on average £137.

The fastest way to travel from Caen to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 19m.

Coach takes on average 14h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Caen and Montpellier including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 7m faster (6h 49m by train vs 8h 56m by car) and roughly £54 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£137 vs £190). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Caen to Montpellier

How to get to Montpellier from Caen by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Caen to Montpellier is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50644 · 50617
    16:2015h25
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    7:45Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    £611One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50644 · 50617
    16:2015h25
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    7:45Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    £611One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6277+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873312
    14:056h07
    Gare de Caen
    20:12Montpellier-Sud-de-France
    £2011One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12335+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873344
    14:236h48
    Gare de Caen
    21:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    £1451One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6279+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873316
    15:576h12
    Gare de Caen
    22:09Montpellier-Sud-de-France
    £1621One-way
    1 change
  • TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187852028+SNCF | TGV INOUI6227+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873378
    16:037h08
    Gare de Caen
    23:11Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    £1641One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    14:4019h40
    Caen, Gare Routière
    10:20Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    £761One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:4517h40
    Caen, Gare Routière
    3:25Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    £771One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    14:4016h40
    Caen, Gare Routière
    7:20Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    £821One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50284+Transavia FranceTO7070
    10:3011h50
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    22:20Montpellier Airport
    £1261One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Montpellier by train

The most popular day trips by train from Montpellier are Nîmes, Béziers, Sète, Narbonne and Marseille. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Montpellier on Omio.

A view of Nîmes

Day trip from Montpellier to Nîmes by train

Why visit Nîmes for the day?

Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.

A view of Béziers

Day trip from Montpellier to Béziers by train

Why visit Béziers for the day?

Béziers is a historic Occitanie city known for wine, the Canal du Midi and Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire. Its old centre and local traditions give it a distinctly southern French character.

A view of Sète

Day trip from Montpellier to Sète by train

Why visit Sète for the day?

Sète is a Mediterranean port town known for its canals, fishing harbour and strong maritime character. Between the sea and the Thau Lagoon, it is also noted for beaches, seafood and links to poet Paul Valéry.

A view of Narbonne

Day trip from Montpellier to Narbonne by train

Why visit Narbonne for the day?

Narbonne is known for its Roman heritage, canal setting and busy covered market. Close to the Mediterranean, it mixes historic character with an easy southern French rhythm.

A view of Marseille

Day trip from Montpellier to Marseille by train

Why visit Marseille for the day?

Marseille is France's oldest city, known for its busy Mediterranean port and multicultural energy. The Vieux-Port, Le Panier and the sea give it a rugged, sunlit character.

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FAQs: Caen to Montpellier

Travel to Montpellier easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Caen to Montpellier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Caen and Montpellier including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Caen to Montpellier is a coach with an average price of £86.

This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Montpellier:

A coach is £5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Caen to Montpellier costing on average £91.

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Montpellier costing on average £137.

The fastest way to travel from Caen to Montpellier is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 19m.

Coach takes on average 14h 52m.

The Caen to Montpellier distance is approximately 700 km.
The average frequency per day from Caen to Montpellier is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 7 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Caen and Montpellier as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Caen to Montpellier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Caen-Carpiquet Airport and arrive in Montpellier Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Caen and arrive in Montpellier-Saint-Roch.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Caen, Gare Routière and arrive in Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Caen to Montpellier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Montpellier by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Montpellier by train.
  • Travel with Volotea to go to Montpellier by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Caen to Montpellier:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Caen to Montpellier often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Marseille, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montpellier and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Caen to Montpellier, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Montpellier, you can explore the vibrant local markets for fresh produce and artisanal crafts, attend a performance at the historic Opéra Comédie, enjoy a bike ride along the Lez River, and visit the Aquarium Mare Nostrum. Discover the dynamic nightlife with various bars and clubs, and don't miss the best sights like Place de la Comédie, Musée Fabre, Montpellier Cathedral, Jardin des Plantes, and Promenade du Peyrou.
To fully experience Montpellier, plan to spend 2 to 3 days exploring its historic sites, vibrant cultural scene, and nearby attractions.

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