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Montpellier to Lyon train

Book a train ticket Montpellier - Lyon

Train timetable info Montpellier-Lyon

Travel by train from Montpellier to Lyon. 21 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Montpellier at 6h 27m and the last at 19h 58m, allowing you to cover the 307 km distance in as little as 1h 40m. Tickets are available from 16€ (1).

Best prices Montpellier-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
today
16 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Tuesday 7 July July
38 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 8
16 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 9
16 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Friday 10
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 11
16 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Sunday 12
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 13
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 14
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 15
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 16
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 17
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 18
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 19
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 20
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 21
16 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 22
42 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Thursday 23
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 24
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 25
45 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 26
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 27
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 28
Wednesday 29
Thursday 30
42 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 31
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 1st August
Sunday 2 August
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO

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 Montpellier Lyon

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

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. By being flexible with the date and time of departure, you can save on the price of your tickets. Be among the first to know about the best deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Montpellier to Lyon journey lasts 2h 38m on average.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Montpellier to Lyon in 1h 40m.

How many trains run from Montpellier to Lyon each day?

21 trains complete the Montpellier to Lyon journey each day.

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

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Montpellier and Lyon.

What is the distance between Montpellier and Lyon by train?

The train journey between Montpellier and Lyon, covers around 307 km.

What time is the first train from Montpellier to Lyon?

The first train departs from Montpellier at 6h 27m to take you to Lyon.

What time is the last train from Montpellier to Lyon?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 19h 58m.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

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

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Montpellier to Lyon?

Travel on a train operated by OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Intercités, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI Spain for your journey from Montpellier to Lyon.

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.

If you choose INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy breakfast with various hot or cold drink options, and a pastry. As there is no bar car on INTERCITÉS trains, your breakfast will be served directly at your seat by a host or hostess: there’s no need to get up.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you will benefit from renovated and comfortable carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi service, and a welcoming bar. Welcome to your new bubble of comfort.

With TGV Lyria, enjoy a bar carriage offering cold and hot drinks, sweet and savoury snacks, as well as varied gourmet dishes made from local and seasonal products. In PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE class, you can enjoy a meal served on a plate at your seat.

On TGV INOUI Spain, visit the bar carriage to enjoy high-quality products from France and Spain at any time of the day.

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.

Take a train to Lyon from Montpellier

The Montpellier - Lyon train journey is with OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Intercités, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI Spain. Trains generally leave from MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE and arrive at LYON PART DIEU.

Journey times may vary depending on a number of factors, including the time you travel, the type of train, and whether you have to change trains. Some journeys take 1h 40m, but the average journey time is 2h 38m.

21 trains serve the Montpellier - Lyon line every day. The first train leaves at 6h 27m and the last at 19h 58m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Montpellier - Lyon train fare will depend on when you book, the timeslot, the type of ticket...

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

The price of a Montpellier – Lyon 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 Lyon 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 Lyon.

Price of a Montpellier – Lyon Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Montpellier to Lyon, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Montpellier to Lyon, 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 Montpellier – Lyon

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Montpellier – Lyon Train

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

For your journey to Lyon, if a direct train is available from Montpellier, 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.

Companies serving Montpellier - Lyon

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

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Montpellier to Lyon 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 Montpellier to Lyon in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Montpellier - Lyon

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Montpellier to Lyon. 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.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Montpellier - Lyon

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

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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  • Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

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

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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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  • Luggage

    Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.

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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

  • Stroller

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

Train timetables Montpellier-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 27m 8h 24m 1h 57m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 9898
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 43m 9h 54m 3h 11m TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76302
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Gallargues
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Uchaud
  • Milhaud
  • Saint-Cesaire
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 11 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79319
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 27 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9583
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 43m 10h 40m 3h 57m TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76302
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Gallargues
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Uchaud
  • Milhaud
  • Saint-Cesaire
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 08 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 17700
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 06m 11h 48m 2h 42m Intercités, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    Intercités 4756
  • Sete
  • 20 min
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 10m 10h 54m 1h 44m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9862
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 02m 11h 48m 1h 46m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 12m 13h 53m 3h 41m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76408
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 46 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79694
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 25 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TGV INOUI 12566 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9866
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 12m 14h 40m 4h 28m TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76408
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 47 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 86184
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 59m 15h 28m 4h 29m Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    Intercités 4655
  • Nimes Centre
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h08
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 12m 15h 28m 4h 16m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76412
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 47 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79630
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 1h02
  • Avignon Tgv
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 57m 15h 53m 1h 56m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5500
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 54m 16h 49m 1h 55m TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9864
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 33m 18h 24m 2h 51m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76542
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • 42 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 45m 17h 51m 2h 06m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    OUIGO 7872
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 23 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 16m 18h 51m 2h 35m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76420
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • 35 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 39m 18h 24m 1h 45m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 10m 18h 51m 1h 41m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5182
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 00m 19h 50m 1h 50m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 12m 21h 38m 2h 26m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 86994
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • 22 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 50m 22h 03m 2h 13m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI Spain 9706 - TGV INOUI 12338
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 21 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6852
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 58m 21h 38m 1h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu