How to travel from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier, France

The distance between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier is around 4km (3 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 10min.

3 routes found

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

👋 Also check out MontpellierMontpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Montpellier - Gare de Montpellier Sud de France.

  • Duration10min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    €2($2)
Operated by

Herault Transport

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Montpellier.

  • Duration13min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €35($35)
Operated by

Taxis Radio Artisans Montpellier

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Drive

Drive to Montpellier.

  • Duration13min
  • Distance12km (7 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier

There are several options for getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier by bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €2 ($2) and will take around 10min.

The distance between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier is around 4km (3 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 8km (5 miles)

It takes around 10min to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier is to take the bus which takes around 10min and will set you back approx €2 ($2).

The cheapest way to travel between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €2 ($2) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier. We recommend that you take the bus to Montpellier - Gare de Montpellier Sud de France. instead which will take 10min.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier. It typically takes around 10min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 10min.

Herault Transport run regular bus services between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier. Buses run hourly and take around 10min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Montpellier from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) is to take the bus which will take 10min and cost around €2 ($2).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier. We recommend that you take the bus to Montpellier - Gare de Montpellier Sud de France. instead which will take 10min.

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 Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier. The distance is around 12km (7 miles) by road and it will take around 13min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier is to take the bus which takes, on average, 10min and will usually cost around €2 ($2).

How do I get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier

Compare travel optionsbetween Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Montpellier

Transport options from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Montpellier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
10min
€2($2)
every 30 mins4km (3 miles)
Taxi
13min
€35($35)
on demand12km (7 miles)
Drive
13min
€2($2)
on demand12km (7 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