How to travel from Bordeaux to Montpellier, France

The distance between Bordeaux and Montpellier is around 482km (299 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 4h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bordeaux to Montpellier by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MontpellierBordeaux if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Montpellier Saint-Roch.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
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Bus

Take the bus to Montpellier.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €30($30)
Operated byFlixBus+ 2 others
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Drive

Drive to Montpellier.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Distance483km (300 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bordeaux and Montpellier

There are several options for getting from Bordeaux to Montpellier by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €30 ($30) and will take around 5h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €85 ($85).

The distance between Bordeaux and Montpellier is around 482km (299 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 380km (236 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Bordeaux and Montpellier by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bordeaux to Montpellier is to take the train which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx €85 ($85).

The cheapest way to travel between Bordeaux and Montpellier, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €30 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bordeaux and Montpellier. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bordeaux and Montpellier with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 4h 25m.

SNCF run train services between Bordeaux and Montpellier. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 4h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bordeaux and Montpellier. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bordeaux and Montpellier with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 5h 55m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Bordeaux and Montpellier. Buses run twice daily and take around 5h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bordeaux to Montpellier. We recommend that you take the train to Montpellier Saint-Roch. instead which will take 4h 25m.

The closest major airport to Montpellier is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Montpellier. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) and Mazamet Airport (DCM) (DCM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bordeaux and Montpellier. The distance is around 483km (300 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bordeaux to Montpellier is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Bordeaux to Montpellier

Compare travel optionsbetween Bordeaux and Montpellier

Transport options from Bordeaux to Montpellier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 25m
€85($85)
every 4 hours503km (313 miles)
Bus
5h 55m
€30($30)
twice daily482km (299 miles)
Drive
4h 30m
€65($65)
on demand483km (300 miles)

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Airports near Montpellier

The following major airports near Montpellier offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Montpellier
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
110km (68 miles) from Montpellier
DCM
Mazamet Airport (DCM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Montpellier