Train Zurich Montpellier
Book a train ticket Zurich - Montpellier
Book a train ticket Zurich - Montpellier
Train timetable info Zurich-Montpellier
| Number routes per day | 2 |
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| Average route time | 9h 00m |
| Shortest route time | 8h 49m |
| First hour of departure | 7h 01m |
| Last hour of departure | 9h 01m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Zurich Montpellier
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If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.
With TGV Lyria, book your train ticket up to 6 months in advance to take advantage of the lowest prices! A journey is something to prepare for, and we are with you every step of the way.
On board your TGV INOUI Spain, travel with your pets for 10 euros if they can be placed in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or for 20 euros if your dog must travel on a lead.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Montpellier?
Price of a Zurich – Montpellier Train Ticket
Depending on the dates of your train from Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich – Montpellier
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Zurich to Montpellier? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.
Last-minute Zurich – Montpellier Train
The best way to pay less for your Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Montpellier and alternative routes
Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Zurich - Montpellier. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.
Companies serving Zurich - Montpellier
TGV Lyria
Travel from Zurich to Montpellier with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Zurich to Montpellier on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Zurich 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.
TGV INOUI Brussels
With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Zurich 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...
Classes of rail companies serving Zurich - Montpellier
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between Zurich and Montpellier. You can choose from one of the three classes:
STANDARD
- A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
- There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.
PREMIERE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
- Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use
PREMIERE SIGNATURE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
- A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
- Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
- A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
- Complimentary drinks
- Flexible access to the day's trains
- Total flexibility regarding ticket use
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Zurich to Montpellier and choose from a selection of classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st 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
TGV INOUI Brussels
Travel from Zurich to Montpellier on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st 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
TGV INOUI Spain
Travel from Zurich to Montpellier on board an TGV INOUI Spain and choose from two travel classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st 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
All on-board services provided by companies operating Zurich - Montpellier
TGV Lyria
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Your train, more flexible
With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.
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Your train, more responsible
By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.
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Your train, more fun
Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.
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Your train, for gourmets.
A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.
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Travel at high-speed
Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
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Wifi onboard
An internet connection available to all
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A comfortable journey
A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
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Arrive in the city center
Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
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Best rates
Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!
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Many destinations
Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
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On board catering
"La Table", refined and inventive menus in BUSINESS 1ERE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
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Prepare your journey
Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
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Travel with your pet
Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.
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Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station
Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.
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Family and nursery space
Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.
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Disabled acces
In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
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Transport your bike
You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
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Leave in group
Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!
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TGV INOUI
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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.
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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.
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Travel in comfort
Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You’ll enjoy a wonderful journey onboard our train
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Travel with a staff that takes care of you
At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
TGV INOUI Brussels
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Travel in the utmost comfort
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Stay connected while travelling
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Travel with us and experience top quality service from our attentive team
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Travel in first class
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Plenty of space for your suitcases
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Travel with your bike
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A nursery area for your baby
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Travel with your pet
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Your office at 300 km/h
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To go further
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Fancy a snack?
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New features
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No more need to queue at the bar
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Connect to the portal and a whole range of services
TGV INOUI Spain
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Travel connected
Enjoy the free Wi-Fi on board TGV INOUI to Spain.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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Bring your luggage
In each car, a luggage storage space is provided to facilitate your installation aboard TGV INOUI to Spain.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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"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.
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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.
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A quick access
Access the train up to two minutes before departure and relax comfortably in our large reclining seats.
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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.
Train timetables Zurich-Montpellier Saturday 23 May 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 7h 01m | 15h 50m | 8h 49m | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles | |
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| 9h 01m | 18h 11m | 9h 10m | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne | |
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