How to travel from Montpellier to Nimes, France

The distance between Montpellier and Nimes is around 50km (31 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 27min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Montpellier to Nimes by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Nîmes.

  • Duration27min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    €32($32)
Operated byTGV inOui+ 1 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Nîmes.

  • Duration45min
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €8($8)
Operated byFlixBus+ 2 others
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Nîmes.

  • Duration38min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €160($160)
Operated by

Taxis Radio Artisans Montpellier

+ 3 others
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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration38min
  • Distance54km (34 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Montpellier and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Montpellier to Nimes by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €8 ($8) and will take around 45min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 27min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €32 ($32).

The distance between Montpellier and Nimes is around 50km (31 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 46km (29 miles)

It takes around 27min to get from Montpellier and Nimes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 38min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Montpellier to Nimes is to take the train which takes around 27min and will set you back approx €32 ($32).

The cheapest way to travel between Montpellier and Nimes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €8 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Montpellier and Nimes. It typically takes around 27min and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Montpellier and Nimes with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 27min.

TGV inOui run train services between Montpellier and Nimes. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 27min, 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 Montpellier and Nimes. It typically takes around 45min and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Montpellier and Nimes with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 45min.

FlixBus, Blablabus and Union Ivkoni - Unibus run regular bus services between Montpellier and Nimes. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 45min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Montpellier to Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Nîmes. instead which will take 27min.

The closest major airport to Nimes is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Nimes. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) and Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) 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 and Nimes. The distance is around 54km (34 miles) by road and it will take around 38min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Montpellier to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 27min and will usually cost around €32 ($32).

How do I get from Montpellier to Nimes

Compare travel optionsbetween Montpellier and Nimes

Transport options from Montpellier to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
27min
€32($32)
every 30 mins50km (31 miles)
Bus
45min
€8($8)
every 4 hours54km (34 miles)
Taxi
38min
€160($160)
on demand54km (34 miles)
Drive
38min
€8($8)
on demand54km (34 miles)

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Airports near Nimes

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

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Nimes
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Nimes
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nimes