How to get to Tarbes from Montpellier

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Compare train, coach and flight for Montpellier to Tarbes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Tarbes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £404.

Distance: 309 km

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Compare ways to travel from Montpellier to Tarbes

Compare the available ways to get from Montpellier to Tarbes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Tarbes is a coach with an average price of £35.

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

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Tarbes costing on average £56.

A coach is £370 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Tarbes costing on average £404.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Tarbes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 1m.

Coach takes on average 5h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Montpellier and Tarbes 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 3m faster (3h 57m by train vs 4h 0m by car) and roughly £32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£56 vs £87). 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 Montpellier to Tarbes

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7465 · AF7496
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Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4756 · 14143
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6823+SNCF | Intercités14155
    1 change
  • SNCF | Intercités4758 · 14151
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 54049
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF7463 · AF7496
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF7465 · AF7490
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF7463 · AF7490
    1 change

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Best day trips from Tarbes by train

The most popular day trips by train from Tarbes are Lourdes, Pau, Toulouse and Bayonne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Tarbes on Omio.

A view of Lourdes

Day trip from Tarbes to Lourdes by train

Why visit Lourdes for the day?

Lourdes is best known as a major Catholic pilgrimage town, centred on the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Set against the Pyrenees, it combines a small-town feel with a distinctly international atmosphere.

A view of Pau

Day trip from Tarbes to Pau by train

Why visit Pau for the day?

Pau is known for its Pyrenean views, the Château de Pau and an elegant Belle Époque character. With gardens, café terraces and strong Béarnais identity, it feels relaxed yet refined.

A view of Toulouse

Day trip from Tarbes to Toulouse by train

Why visit Toulouse for the day?

Toulouse is known for its rose-coloured brick streets, easy-going southern atmosphere and major role in aerospace. Set on the Garonne, it mixes historic churches and lively squares with student energy and Occitan character.

A view of Bayonne

Day trip from Tarbes to Bayonne by train

Why visit Bayonne for the day?

Bayonne is a historic city in the French Basque Country with a lively old town and a strong regional identity. It is known for Sainte-Marie Cathedral, traditional chocolate-making and the culinary fame of jambon de Bayonne.

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FAQs: Montpellier to Tarbes

Travel to Tarbes 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 Montpellier to Tarbes.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Tarbes including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Tarbes is a coach with an average price of £35.

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

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Tarbes costing on average £56.

A coach is £370 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Tarbes costing on average £404.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Tarbes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 1m.

Coach takes on average 5h 56m.

The Montpellier to Tarbes distance is approximately 309 km.
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Tarbes is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Tarbes 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 Montpellier to Tarbes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Pau Pyrenees Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Tarbes station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Tarbes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Tarbes by coach.
  • Travel with Air France, Amelia to go to Tarbes by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Tarbes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Tarbes:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Tarbes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Lourdes, Pau, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tarbes and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Montpellier to Tarbes, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
For a comprehensive experience in Tarbes, plan to spend 2 to 3 days exploring its key attractions, such as Jardin Massey, the National Stud Farm, and the Pyrenees' proximity for day trips.

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