Train Lyon Montpellier

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Information about the Lyon to Montpellier train

Travel by train from Lyon to Montpellier. 16 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 6h 40m and the last at 20h 40m, allowing you to cover the 279.65 km distance in as little as 1h 40m. Tickets are available from 8€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

2h 07m

Shortest route time

1h 40m

First hour of departure

6h 40m

Last hour of departure

20h 40m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Lyon to Montpellier train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 17 August	Tuesday 18	Wednesday 19	today 48 € (1) TGV INOUI TGV INOUI	Friday 21 August 16 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Saturday 22 19 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Sunday 23 8 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO
Monday 24 16 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Tuesday 25 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Wednesday 26 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Thursday 27 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Friday 28 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Saturday 29 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Sunday 30 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO
Monday 31 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Tuesday 1st September September 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Wednesday 2 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Thursday 3 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Friday 4	Saturday 5	Sunday 6 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO
Monday 7 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Tuesday 8 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Wednesday 9 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Thursday 10 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Friday 11 10 € (1) OUIGO OUIGO	Saturday 12 Price available soon	Sunday 13 Price available soon

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Montpellier

How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Montpellier cost?

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day and time of your departure. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Montpellier take?

The Lyon to Montpellier journey lasts 2h 07m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Montpellier?

The shortest journey between Lyon and Montpellier takes 1h 40m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Montpellier each day?

16 trains complete the Lyon to Montpellier journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Montpellier?

It is possible to travel between Lyon and Montpellier on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Lyon and Montpellier by train?

The train journey between Lyon and Montpellier, covers around 279.65 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Montpellier?

Each day, the first Lyon to Montpellier train departs at 6h 40m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Montpellier?

You have until 20h 40m to take the last train.

To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU, LYON PERRACHE.

At Montpellier, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Montpellier?

You can make the Lyon to Montpellier journey with OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Spain, TER, TGV INOUI Brussels.

What services are offered on board?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

On board TGV INOUI we always go further for your comfort: renovated carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi… Everything is designed so that you have a pleasant journey. The on-board team will make your journey a moment of relaxation and well-being.

If you travel with TGV INOUI Spain, you will enjoy free Wi-Fi to stay connected throughout your journey.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Montpellier?

The price of a Lyon – Montpellier train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lyon to Montpellier thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Montpellier.

Price of a Lyon – Montpellier Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Lyon to Montpellier, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Lyon to Montpellier, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Montpellier

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Last-minute Lyon – Montpellier Train

The best way to pay less for your Lyon to Montpellier train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Lyon to Montpellier, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Lyon to Montpellier and alternative routes

For your journey to Montpellier, if a direct train is available from Lyon, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Lyon to Montpellier?

If you're travelling from Lyon to Montpellier, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Montpellier on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Montpellier: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Lyon to Montpellier with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Lyon to Montpellier in advance!

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TER

Travel from Lyon to Montpellier with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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TGV INOUI Brussels

With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Lyon to Montpellier! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...

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What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Montpellier train?

To travel from Lyon to Montpellier, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lyon to Montpellier and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Lyon to Montpellier. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

TGV INOUI Spain

Travel from Lyon to Montpellier on board an TGV INOUI Spain and choose from two travel classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
Quiet zones
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

TER

Travel from Lyon to Montpellier by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel from Lyon to Montpellier on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
Quiet zones
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Lyon to Montpellier train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Montpellier route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel connected

Enjoy free Wi-Fi on board and explore a world of services and content on the TGV INOUI Portal.
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Looking for a tasty break?

We’re waiting for you at the Bistro — with chef-inspired dishes, vegetarian options, organic choices, and local specialties. Order online and save time when picking up your meal.
Let's go
Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You’ll enjoy a wonderful journey onboard our train
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
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Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the bar

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the bar without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Classique Trains.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Insurance

Discover our formulas missed train and cancellation with our partner Allianz Travel
More info
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

TGV INOUI Spain

Travel connected

Enjoy the free Wi-Fi on board TGV INOUI to Spain.
Travel in 1st class

The first class of TGV INOUI is designed for your comfort and serenity: with more legroom, more spacious seats, and a wider backrest.
Give yourself a moment of comfort

Relax and enjoy the specially designed seats to offer you the best experience aboard the INOUI TGV to Spain
Meet the multicultural staff onboard

On board your TGV INOUI towards Spain, get in touch directly with the Franco-Spanish agents who are there to accompany you during your trip
Gastronomy on board

Go to the car-bar to enjoy quality products of French and Spanish origin, at any time of the day aboard your TGV INOUI train to Spain
Bring your luggage

In each car, a luggage storage space is provided to facilitate your installation aboard TGV INOUI to Spain.
Want a gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the bar, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of chef's dishes, vegetarian products, organic products and the nuggets of the best local producers.
Travel with animals

Pets under 10kg and transported in a carrier can travel aboard TGV INOUI to Spain at a surcharge. Book your animal ticket directly on board."Blind guide" dogs travel for free.
Travel with a bike

Do not want to pedal to your destination? Just select "I'm traveling with my bike" when booking. It's only €10!
Travelling with a baby?

The TGV INOUI train to Spain has a nursery area and a changing table. Specially designed for people with young children. Bottles can be heated in the car bar.
Skip the queue at the bar

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order your dish online. You can then pick them up at the bar without queuing.
"The WiFi" portal

Make your life a little easier with the connected services onboard the train. Log into the Wifi portal and follow your route, get to know the time remaining or access content and games.
From city center to city center

Save time and money. The high speed train takes you directly to the city center. In addition, several daily trains connect the different cities to each other, so Spain has never been so accessible.
A quick access

Access the train up to two minutes before departure and relax comfortably in our large reclining seats.
Enjoy your journey

A tailor-made catering, personalized headrests, window stickers, magazines and documentations on the seats etc ... possibility of organizing animations on board, conferences, screenings, working sessions and much more.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
Disabled access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel in the utmost comfort
Stay connected while travelling
Travel with us and experience top quality service from our attentive team
Travel in first class
Plenty of space for your suitcases
Travel with your bike
A nursery area for your baby
Travel with your pet
Your office at 300 km/h
To go further
Fancy a snack?
New features
No more need to queue at the bar
Connect to the portal and a whole range of services

Lyon to Montpellier train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 40m	8h 35m	1h 55m	TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 40m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6821 - TGV INOUI 12361 7h 15m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 8h 04m Nimes Centre 8h 35m Montpellier Saint-Roch
7h 36m	9h 19m	1h 43m	OUIGO	Booking
7h 36m Lyon Perrache OUIGO 7813 8h 14m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 8h 56m Nimes Pont Du Gard 9h 19m Montpellier Sud De France
8h 06m	10h 11m	2h 05m	TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Spain	Booking
8h 06m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6805 8h 42m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud Connection: 14 min 8h 56m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud TGV INOUI Spain 9711 - TGV INOUI 12331 9h 42m Nimes Centre 10h 11m Montpellier Saint-Roch
9h 40m	11h 21m	1h 41m	TGV INOUI	Booking
9h 40m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5300 10h 15m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 10h 57m Nimes Pont Du Gard 11h 21m Montpellier Sud De France
11h 05m	12h 52m	1h 47m	TGV INOUI	Booking
11h 05m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5521 - TGV INOUI 12181 12h 22m Nimes Centre 12h 52m Montpellier Saint-Roch
11h 10m	12h 54m	1h 44m	OUIGO	Booking
11h 10m Lyon Part Dieu OUIGO 7867 11h 46m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 12h 28m Nimes Pont Du Gard 12h 54m Montpellier Sud De France
11h 10m	13h 41m	2h 31m	OUIGO, TER	Booking
11h 10m Lyon Part Dieu OUIGO 7867 11h 46m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 12h 28m Nimes Pont Du Gard Connection: 19 min 12h 47m Nimes Pont Du Gard TER 76307 12h 56m Nimes Centre 13h 02m Saint-Cesaire 13h 10m Vergeze - Codognan 13h 17m Lunel 13h 21m Lunel-Viel 13h 25m Valergues - Lansargues 13h 29m Baillargues 13h 33m Saint-Aunes 13h 41m Montpellier Saint-Roch
12h 10m	14h 02m	1h 52m	TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI	Booking
12h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI Brussels 9812 - TGV INOUI 6823 12h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 13h 34m Nimes Centre 14h 02m Montpellier Saint-Roch
14h 10m	15h 50m	1h 40m	TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
14h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI Brussels 9826 14h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 15h 27m Nimes Pont Du Gard 15h 50m Montpellier Sud De France
14h 10m	16h 47m	2h 37m	TGV INOUI Brussels, TER	Booking
14h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI Brussels 9826 14h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 15h 27m Nimes Pont Du Gard Connection: 34 min 16h 01m Nimes Pont Du Gard TER 86989 16h 10m Nimes Centre 16h 22m Vergeze - Codognan 16h 29m Lunel 16h 37m Baillargues 16h 47m Montpellier Saint-Roch
14h 20m	18h 11m	3h 51m	TER, TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 20m Lyon Part Dieu TER 86121 14h 38m Vienne 14h 46m Saint-Clair - Les Roches 14h 53m Le Peage-De-Roussillon 14h 59m Saint-Rambert-D'albon 15h 07m Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone 15h 16m Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon 15h 27m Valence Ville Connection: 49 min 16h 16m Valence Ville TER 17582 16h 23m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud Connection: 34 min 16h 57m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud TGV INOUI Spain 9715 - TGV INOUI 12337 17h 42m Nimes Centre 18h 11m Montpellier Saint-Roch
17h 10m	19h 08m	1h 58m	TGV INOUI	Booking
17h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 9879 - TGV INOUI 12189 17h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 18h 41m Nimes Centre 19h 08m Montpellier Saint-Roch
18h 10m	20h 02m	1h 52m	TGV INOUI	Booking
18h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6825 18h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 19h 34m Nimes Centre 20h 02m Montpellier Saint-Roch
18h 39m	20h 51m	2h 12m	TGV INOUI	Booking
18h 39m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5120 19h 21m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 20h 17m Nimes Centre 20h 51m Montpellier Saint-Roch
20h 10m	22h 03m	1h 53m	TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
20h 10m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI Brussels 9836 20h 46m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 21h 35m Nimes Centre 22h 03m Montpellier Saint-Roch
20h 40m	23h 11m	2h 31m	TGV INOUI	Booking
20h 40m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5316 21h 15m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud Connection: 41 min 21h 56m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud TGV INOUI 6227 22h 42m Nimes Centre 23h 11m Montpellier Saint-Roch

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