What is the cheapest way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala?

The cheapest way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala?

The fastest way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Montpellier and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct bus from Montpellier to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from Montpellier and arriving at L'Escala Pobla Sec via Girona, Estació d'Autobusos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Montpellier and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct train from Montpellier to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Saint-Roch and arriving at Flassa via Girona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Montpellier to l'Escala?

The distance between Montpellier and l'Escala is 296 km. The road distance is 235.7 km.

How do I travel from Montpellier to l'Escala without a car?

The best way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Montpellier to l'Escala?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Montpellier to l'Escala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to l'Escala bus from?

Montpellier to l'Escala bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Montpellier station.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to l'Escala train from?

Montpellier to l'Escala train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch station.

Train or bus from Montpellier to l'Escala?

The best way to get from Montpellier to l'Escala is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Montpellier to l'Escala bus arrive?

Montpellier to l'Escala bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Girona, Estació d'Autobusos station.

Where does the Montpellier to l'Escala train arrive?

Montpellier to l'Escala train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Girona station.

Can I drive from Montpellier to l'Escala?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpellier to l'Escala is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Montpellier to l'Escala.

Where can I stay near l'Escala?

There are 5840+ hotels available in l'Escala.

Montpellier to l'Escala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Montpellier to l'Escala by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Gironatrain 9742 / ...
4h 8m
€38–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montpellier to Girona, Estació d'Autobusosbus
2. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Secbus 11
5h 43m
€28–47
Drive 235.7 km
1. Drive from Montpellier to l'Escalacar 235.7 km
2h 26m
€38–55
Train, line 10 bus
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Port-Boutrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Figueres to L'Escala Pobla Secbus 10
5h 13m
€43–122

Montpellier to l'Escala by train and bus

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.9 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Montpellier, France and l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Girona 4 times a day. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 2h 10m. TGV inOui also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montpellier to L'Escala Pobla Sec via Girona, Estació d'Autobusos in around 5h 43m.

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