The Paris to Montpellier train in one table
| Paris to Montpellier | |
|---|---|
| Fastest | 3h12 |
| Average time | 4h10 |
| Trains a day | 26 |
| First / last departure | 6:42am / 9:30pm |
| Distance | about 732 km |
| "From" price | 19 euros |
| Departure | Paris Gare de Lyon (Halls 1 and 2), Marne-la-Vallée Chessy and Paris Austerlitz; Massy TGV for some TGV INOUI |
| Arrival | Montpellier Saint-Roch (about 3h15) or Montpellier Sud de France (about 3h30) |
SNCF Connect advertises tickets from 19 euros on the route on 12 November 2026; Ouigo mentions 10 euros for an adult. These are "from" prices, subject to availability. Paris to Montpellier trains also include TGV INOUI services to Spain and Brussels that serve the city.
Stations and times
- Departure: Paris Gare de Lyon (Halls 1 and 2), Marne-la-Vallée Chessy and Paris Austerlitz; Massy TGV for some TGV INOUI. See our hotels near Gare de Lyon and the guide to Paris stations.
- Arrival: Montpellier Saint-Roch (about 3h15) or Montpellier Sud de France (about 3h30).
- Operators: TGV INOUI and Ouigo.
To reach the station from central Paris, see our guide to the Paris metro and RER.
Luggage and Ouigo options
- OUIGO Plus: 9 euros extra (seat choice, extra or XL bag, Wi-Fi; free for children under 12).
- Extra or XL bag: 5 euros per bag.
- Child under 12: 8 euros on Ouigo high speed.
- Pet: 10 euros, whatever its weight.
- TGV INOUI includes 2 bags (70 x 90 x 50 cm maximum) and 1 hand bag (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Common mistakes
- Not checking the station: Montpellier has two stations: Saint-Roch is in the city centre, Sud de France is on the edge and adds about 15 minutes. Read the station name before paying.
- Forgetting fees: an extra bag or a ticket change can cancel the saving on a low-price ticket.
- Buying late: the lowest prices go first; SNCF Connect advises booking as soon as sales open.
Once in Montpellier
From Saint-Roch the historic centre and the Place de la Comédie are on foot. If your train arrives late or leaves early, a hotel near the station saves transfers: you can find them on Booking. For more ideas, read our weekend ideas from Paris by train or compare with the Paris to Marseille train and the Paris to Bordeaux train.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Paris to Montpellier train? 3h12 for the fastest, 4h10 on average.
How many trains a day? 26, from 6:42am to 9:30pm.
How much is a ticket? From 19 euros on SNCF Connect.
Which station in Montpellier? Saint-Roch or Sud de France depending on the train.
What distance? About 732 km.
The Paris Authority editorial team, 12/11/2026.
