How to travel from Perpignan to Montpellier, France

The distance between Perpignan and Montpellier is around 152km (95 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Perpignan 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 MontpellierPerpignan if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Narbonne

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Montpellier Saint-Roch.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €28($28)
Operated bySNCF+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Montpellier.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €11($11)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Montpellier.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Distance155km (96 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Perpignan and Montpellier

There are several options for getting from Perpignan to Montpellier by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €11 ($11) and will take around 2h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €28 ($28).

The distance between Perpignan and Montpellier is around 152km (95 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 129km (80 miles)

It takes around 1h 55m to get from Perpignan and Montpellier by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Perpignan to Montpellier is to drive which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx €28 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Perpignan and Montpellier, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €11 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Perpignan and Montpellier. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Perpignan and Montpellier with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 55m.

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Perpignan and Montpellier. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 55m, 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 Perpignan and Montpellier. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Perpignan and Montpellier with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 2h 35m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Perpignan and Montpellier. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 2h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Perpignan to Montpellier. We recommend that you take the train to Montpellier Saint-Roch. instead which will take 1h 55m.

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 Perpignan and Montpellier. The distance is around 155km (96 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Perpignan to Montpellier is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around €25 ($25).

How do I get from Perpignan to Montpellier

Compare travel optionsbetween Perpignan and Montpellier

Transport options from Perpignan to Montpellier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Narbonne + 1 similar
1h 45m
€28($28)
hourly161km (100 miles)
Train1h 55m
€25($25)
every 4 hours161km (100 miles)
Bus
2h 35m
€11($11)
5 times a day152km (95 miles)
Drive
1h 30m
€28($28)
on demand155km (96 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