What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier is to bus via Aéroport d'Orly which costs €50 - €95 and takes 10h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Gare de Lyon and Montpellier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Montpellier. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gare de Lyon and Montpellier?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Montpellier Sud De France. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

The distance between Gare de Lyon and Montpellier is 728 km. The road distance is 722.2 km.

How do I travel from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

The train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Montpellier Sud De France takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Montpellier bus from?

Gare de Lyon to Montpellier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Montpellier train from?

Gare de Lyon to Montpellier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train, bus or fly from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus via Aéroport d'Orly, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 10h 28m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €340 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Montpellier bus arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Montpellier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Montpellier station.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Montpellier train arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Montpellier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Montpellier Sud De France station.

Can I drive from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

Yes, the driving distance between Gare de Lyon to Montpellier is 722 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier.

How do I get a train ticket from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier?

Book your Gare de Lyon to Montpellier bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Montpellier?

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Gare de Lyon to Montpellier - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Gare de Lyon to Montpellier by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Montpellier Sud De Francetrain Tgv
3h 12m
€120–240
Bus via Aéroport d'Orly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aéroport Orly 4 to Montpellierbus
10h 28m
€50–95
Drive 722.2 km
1. Drive from Gare de Lyon to Montpelliercar 722.2 km
7h 16m
€113–163
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Fréjorgues Airport
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)plane CDG - MPL
4h 2m
€144–338
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Montpellierbus N734
10h 40m
€65–110
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Fréjorgues Airport
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)plane ORY - MPL
3h 44m
€120–402
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane ORY - MRS
2. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain
5h 44m
€108–327
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane CDG - MRS
2. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain
6h 2m
€133–346
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane ORY - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain
6h 3m
€100–281

Gare de Lyon to Montpellier by train

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Distance: 727.7 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Gare de Lyon, France and Montpellier, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Montpellier Sud De France every 3 hours. Tickets cost €150–240 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Aéroport Orly 4 to Montpellier once daily. Tickets cost €50–95 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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