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Paris to Montpellier train

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Information about the Paris to Montpellier train

Travel by train from Paris to Montpellier. 28 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Paris at 6h 42m and the last at 22h 13m, allowing you to cover the 732 km distance in as little as 3h 12m. Tickets are available from 19€ (1).

Paris to Montpellier train best prices

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Monday 17 August
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78 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
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Friday 21 August
55 € (1) OUIGO
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Saturday 22
49 € (1) OUIGO
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Sunday 23
49 € (1) OUIGO
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Monday 24
39 € (1) OUIGO
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Tuesday 25
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Wednesday 26
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Thursday 27
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Friday 28
35 € (1) OUIGO
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Saturday 29
29 € (1) OUIGO
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Sunday 30
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Monday 31
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Tuesday 1st September September
19 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
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Wednesday 2
19 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
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Thursday 3
29 € (1) OUIGO
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Friday 4
35 € (1) OUIGO
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Saturday 5
35 € (1) OUIGO
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Sunday 6
45 € (1) OUIGO
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Monday 7
35 € (1) OUIGO
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Tuesday 8
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Wednesday 9
25 € (1) OUIGO
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Thursday 10
29 € (1) OUIGO
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Friday 11
39 € (1) OUIGO
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Saturday 12
29 € (1) OUIGO
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Sunday 13
29 € (1) OUIGO
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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 Paris to Montpellier

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

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

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

Your train takes you from Paris to Montpellier in an average of 4h 44m.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Paris to Montpellier in 3h 12m.

How many trains run from Paris to Montpellier each day?

28 trains run on the Paris to Montpellier journey each day.

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

Between Paris and Montpellier, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Paris and Montpellier by train?

The total distance between Paris and Montpellier by train is approximately 732 km.

What time is the first train from Paris to Montpellier?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Paris to Montpellier train at 6h 42m.

What time is the last train from Paris to Montpellier?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 22h 13m.

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

The trains shown on this page depart from: PARIS - GARE DE LYON - HALL 1 & 2, MARNE-LA-VALLEE - CHESSY, PARIS AUSTERLITZ.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

Which train companies operate trains from Paris to Montpellier?

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

What services are offered on board?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

On INTERCITÉS night trains, enjoy a peaceful night! Book your own private compartment: 1st class (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

If you choose TGV INOUI, on some trains, you will benefit from a freely accessible workspace. This area is located between two second-class carriages. You will find a table with a power outlet to work in complete tranquillity.

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.

Ticket deals for OUIGO Grande Vitesse Paris - Montpellier trains

Journey deals for OUIGO Grande Vitesse Paris - Montpellier trains :

The OUIGO ESSENTIEL Paris - Montpellier ticket fare

The OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare: travel from Paris to Montpellier at over 300km/h. To get the best deal we recommend you book well in advance, especially for peak travel periods.

Your Paris - Montpellier train ticket with the OUIGO PLUS offer

The OUIGO PLUS offer: would you like a comfier OUIGO Paris - Montpellier journey? Simply choose the OUIGO PLUS offer when you book your OUIGO Grande Vitesse train ticket. For an additional charge, you can take an extra piece of luggage or an XL one, choose your seat, access the OUIFUN service (Wi-Fi connection and entertainment platform), and benefit from fast-track access to the train. And to top it all, the OUIGO PLUS offer is free for kids under 12!

The added pluses if you travel on a OUIGO Grande Vitesse Paris - Montpellier train.

  • Special rates for under-12s
  • A la carte options: optional extra luggage (in addition to a suitcase stored under the seat and your hand luggage), travel with your pet, get a seat with an electrical socket. You can take a pram/stroller for free.

TGV INOUI will take you from Paris to Montpellier.

TGV INOUI is SNCF Voyageurs top-of-the-range train service, for comfy journeys up to 320 km/h to Montpellier from Paris. Choose between different ticket classes, and enjoy a host of facilities and services during your journey.

What facilities are available on board my TGV INOUI Paris - Montpellier train?

TGV INOUI trains have modern, comfy interiors designed with your well-being in mind, so you will enjoy a relaxing journey from Paris to Montpellier. You can stay connected while onboard as each seat comes with a socket and a Wi-Fi connection throughout your entire journey. The seats are also adjustable and equipped with tray tables and reading lights, so you can enjoy a good read or catch up on some work. Our trains also have a nursery area, perfect if you're travelling with a baby.

What luggage can I take on board my Paris and Montpellier TGV INOUI?

Your Paris - Montpellier TGV INOUI train ticket includes up to 2 pieces of luggage measuring no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm (suitcase, large rucksack, hiking bag, sports bag) and 1 piece of hand baggage measuring no more than 40 x 30 x 15 cm (backpack, shopping bag, laptop bag). Travelling with baby? You can take your pushchair with you on the train, making sure it is folded (maximum 90 x 130cm) and stored in a dedicated luggage area. Find out more about the baggage policy.

Are food and drinks available on my TGV INOUI Paris - Montpellier train?

Feeling peckish? There's a Bar car in the centre of the train. The BAR is a welcoming buffet car that serves dishes created by chefs using vegetarian and organic produce. Perfect for a refreshing drink or tasty meal!

What are the "1st" and "OPTIMUM" classes on a TGV INOUI?

You can buy a 1st or OPTIMUM class ticket for TGV INOUI trains running between Paris and Montpellier.

For 1st class, you can choose your seat on the train's plan: single seat, side-by-side, two facing seats, or a saloon layout. Enjoy wider, ergonomic seats with adjustable headrests and footrests. The seats come with a tray table, a Wi-Fi connection, a power socket and individual reading light.

OPTIMUM class is TGV INOUI's premium offer with flexible, ongoing support: tickets that can be exchanged and refunded free of charge even after the train has departed, and on full trains too. Enjoy all the comforts of 1st class in a dedicated, exclusive, and quiet zone on board, alongside attentive customer service before, during, and after your journey. You will also have access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges.

How do I get the best deal for my Paris - Montpellier TGV INOUI ticket?

By booking your Paris to Montpellier TGV INOUI train ticket several months in advance, you'll not only be able to choose your seat but also snap up the best deals. Check out all the train ticket deals (promotional offers, early bird sales, etc), discount cards and season tickets below.

What passes and discounts are available for my Paris to Montpellier TGV INOUI?

Looking for low-cost travel between Paris and Montpellier? Check out the discount cards and season tickets available for TGV INOUIs.

Discount cards

There are several discount cards, known as "Cartes Avantage" for low-cost travel on TGV INOUI trains. They cost a fixed price of €49, and you just need to choose the card that meets your needs:

If you are a frequent traveller, whether for leisure or business trips, opt for the Carte Liberté, which offers flexible tickets for a fixed fare throughout the year.

Can I travel with my pet on a TGV INOUI?

You can take your pet on the Paris - Montpellier TGV INOUI:

  • For €7, a small pet can travel in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum), or sit on your lap or at your feet.
  • For a fixed fare of €7, a larger pet can travel with you if it's muzzled and kept on a lead.
  • You can take your guide dog free of charge and without a ticket if it sits at your feet on the train.

Find out more about travelling with a pet.

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

The price of a Paris – 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 Paris 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 Paris to Montpellier.

Price of a Paris – Montpellier Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Paris to Montpellier: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Paris to Montpellier at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Paris – Montpellier

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Paris 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 Paris – Montpellier Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Paris to Montpellier. For last-minute train tickets from Paris to Montpellier, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Paris to Montpellier and alternative routes

For your journey to Montpellier, if a direct train is available from Paris, 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 Paris to Montpellier?

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

OUIGO

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

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

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Paris 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.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Paris to Montpellier 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

Paris to Montpellier train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 42m 10h 11m 3h 29m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI Spain 9711 - TGV INOUI 12331
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
7h 42m 10h 57m 3h 15m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI Spain 9713 - TGV INOUI 12347
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
8h 56m 12h 10m 3h 14m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6271
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
8h 56m 12h 47m 3h 51m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6271
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 86985
  • Nimes Centre
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Lunel
  • Baillargues
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
9h 13m 12h 54m 3h 41m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    OUIGO 7867
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
9h 42m 13h 11m 3h 29m OUIGO
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7885
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
10h 00m 14h 02m 4h 02m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6609
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9812 - TGV INOUI 6823
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
10h 42m 14h 11m 3h 29m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6229 - TGV INOUI 12339
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
10h 56m 14h 08m 3h 12m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6275
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
10h 56m 14h 47m 3h 51m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6275
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 86987
  • Nimes Centre
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Lunel
  • Baillargues
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
11h 46m 15h 00m 3h 14m OUIGO
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7875
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
11h 52m 15h 50m 3h 58m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
11h 52m 16h 47m 4h 55m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 34 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 86989
  • Nimes Centre
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Lunel
  • Baillargues
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
14h 42m 18h 11m 3h 29m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI Spain 9715 - TGV INOUI 12337
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
14h 56m 18h 11m 3h 15m OUIGO
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7871
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
15h 00m 19h 08m 4h 08m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6619
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9879 - TGV INOUI 12189
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
16h 10m 20h 02m 3h 52m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7853
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 27 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6825
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
16h 56m 20h 11m 3h 15m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6277
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
16h 56m 20h 51m 3h 55m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6277
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 5120
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
17h 42m 21h 11m 3h 29m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6225
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
17h 52m 22h 03m 4h 11m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6627
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9836
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
18h 56m 22h 08m 3h 12m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6279 - TGV INOUI 12355
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
18h 56m 22h 54m 3h 58m TGV INOUI, Intercités
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6279
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Sete
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Sete
    Intercités 4669
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
19h 42m 23h 11m 3h 29m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6227
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
20h 57m 6h 25m 9h 28m Intercités
Booking
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 5741
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
21h 25m 9h 01m 11h 36m Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 5781
  • Marseille Blancarde
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Marseille Blancarde
    TER 81406
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Connection: 24 min
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4756
  • Arles
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
22h 13m 9h 56m 11h 43m Intercités, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 3751
  • Les Aubrais
  • Souillac
  • Gourdon
  • Cahors
  • Caussade
  • Montauban Ville Bourbon
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 55 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Carcassonne
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
22h 13m 10h 02m 11h 49m Intercités, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 3751
  • Les Aubrais
  • Souillac
  • Gourdon
  • Cahors
  • Caussade
  • Montauban Ville Bourbon
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 55 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Carcassonne
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Beziers
    TER 76408
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch