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Montpellier to Geneva train

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Information about the Montpellier to Geneva train

Travel by train from Montpellier to Geneva. 11 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Montpellier at 5h 25m and the last at 18h 01m, allowing you to cover the 465 km distance in as little as 3h 59m. Tickets are available from 68€ (1).

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Friday 21 August
80 € (1) TER
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87 € (1) TER
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80 € (1) TER
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72 € (1) TER
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81 € (1) TER
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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 Montpellier to Geneva

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

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

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

The Montpellier to Geneva journey lasts 4h 55m on average.

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

Allow 3h 59m to travel between Montpellier and Geneva on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Montpellier to Geneva each day?

Daily, 11 trains run on the Montpellier to Geneva journey.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Montpellier and Geneva.

What is the distance between Montpellier and Geneva by train?

The train journey between Montpellier and Geneva, covers around 465 km.

What time is the first train from Montpellier to Geneva?

The first train departs from Montpellier at 5h 25m to take you to Geneva.

What time is the last train from Montpellier to Geneva?

The last train leaves Montpellier at 18h 01m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

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

The trains shown on this page arrive at: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

Which train companies operate trains from Montpellier to Geneva?

You can complete your journey from Montpellier to Geneva on a TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV Lyria train.

What services are offered on board?

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

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.

Thanks to TGV Lyria, small pets can travel in a container with a maximum size of 45 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm, with a ticket at a fixed price of 10 euros. Alternatively, you can travel with your dog on a lead and muzzled for 20 euros. Assistance dogs for disabled or blind passengers can travel free on international journeys.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

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

The price of a Montpellier – Geneva 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 Montpellier to Geneva 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 Montpellier to Geneva.

Price of a Montpellier – Geneva Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Geneva, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Montpellier to Geneva with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Montpellier to Geneva at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Montpellier – Geneva

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Montpellier to Geneva? 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 Montpellier – Geneva Train

The best way to pay less for your Montpellier to Geneva 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 Montpellier to Geneva, 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 Montpellier to Geneva and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Geneva on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Montpellier to Geneva?

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

TER

Travel from Montpellier to Geneva 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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What travel classes are available on the Montpellier to Geneva train?

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

TER

Travel from Montpellier to Geneva 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.

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

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

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

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

  • PRM 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.

Montpellier to Geneva train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 25m 10h 10m 4h 45m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5156
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TER 96608
  • Romans - Bourg-De-Peage
  • Saint-Marcellin
  • Grenoble
  • Grenoble Universites - Gieres
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
6h 29m 10h 40m 4h 11m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 12188 - TGV INOUI 9898
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96504
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
8h 50m 14h 12m 5h 22m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 6202
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 23 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TER 17570
  • Romans - Bourg-De-Peage
  • Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Nazaire
  • Saint-Marcellin
  • Tullins Fures
  • Moirans
  • Grenoble
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Grenoble
    TER 96613
  • Grenoble Universites - Gieres
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
9h 06m 14h 40m 5h 34m Intercités, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    Intercités 4756
  • Sete
  • Connection: 20 min
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96510
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
9h 10m 14h 12m 5h 02m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9862
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TER 17570
  • Romans - Bourg-De-Peage
  • Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Nazaire
  • Saint-Marcellin
  • Tullins Fures
  • Moirans
  • Grenoble
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Grenoble
    TER 96613
  • Grenoble Universites - Gieres
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
10h 02m 14h 40m 4h 38m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96510
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
10h 59m 17h 25m 6h 26m Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    Intercités 4655
  • Nimes Centre
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Connection: 1h10
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
13h 57m 18h 40m 4h 43m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96518
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
14h 54m 19h 40m 4h 46m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9864
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96520
  • Meximieux - Perouges
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
16h 41m 20h 40m 3h 59m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 18 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96522
  • Meximieux - Perouges
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
18h 01m 22h 40m 4h 39m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96530
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin