How to travel from Nimes to Montpellier, France

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

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Nimes to Montpellier by train, 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 Montpellier Saint-Roch.

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

Take a taxi to Montpellier.

  • Duration38min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €150($150)
Operated by

Taxi Grès

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Drive

Drive to Montpellier.

  • Duration38min
  • Distance54km (33 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nimes and Montpellier

There are several options for getting from Nimes to Montpellier by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €32 ($32) and will take around 27min.

The distance between Nimes and Montpellier 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 Nimes and Montpellier by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 38min to drive there.

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

The cheapest way to travel between Nimes and Montpellier, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €32 ($32) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

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

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

TGV inOui run train services between Nimes and Montpellier. 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

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nimes and Montpellier. We recommend that you take the train to Montpellier Saint-Roch. instead which will take 27min.

Flights and Airlines

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

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 Nimes and Montpellier. The distance is around 54km (33 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 Nimes to Montpellier is to take the train which takes, on average, 27min and will usually cost around €32 ($32).

How do I get from Nimes to Montpellier

Compare travel optionsbetween Nimes and Montpellier

Transport options from Nimes to Montpellier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
27min
€32($32)
every 30 mins50km (31 miles)
Taxi
38min
€150($150)
on demand54km (33 miles)
Drive
38min
€8($8)
on demand54km (33 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