The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Montpellier
Cheapest price
€88
Average price
€111
Fastest journey
6 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
720 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Montpellier will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
Of the 7 trains that leave Madrid for Montpellier on Fri, Nov 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 720 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 34 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 11 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 720 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€172 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €318 Average price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Montpellier trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06261+ 09725 | On time 5:08 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h44 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06271+ 09725 | On time 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h30 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 09725 | On time 7:32 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h20 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06091+ 09725 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h30 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 09725 | On time 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h55 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 09725 | On time 10:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h30 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 09725 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h30 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
09725 | On time 12:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h34 | 6:52 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Montpellier
Trains from Madrid to Montpellier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €123 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 720 km distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 720 km |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €123 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Montpellier trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Montpellier from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Montpellier by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Montpellier-Saint-Roch, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Montpellier
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
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