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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€127
Average price
€159
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Barcelona will cost around €159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €127.
Of the 4 trains that leave Montpellier for Barcelona on Thu, Dec 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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 Montpellier to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €251.
Distance: 284 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€88 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €344 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 8m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Montpellier to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09730 | Delayed 8:35 AM 8:34 AMMontpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h02 | 11:37 AM 11:37 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9713 | On time 10:16 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 3h16 | 1:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 09742 | Delayed 3:28 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h55 | 6:23 PM 6:23 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9715 | On time 5:17 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h15 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Montpellier to Barcelona
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Trains from Montpellier to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, SNCF from Montpellier to Barcelona trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, SNCF trains will get you between Montpellier and Barcelona from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Montpellier to Barcelona
Catching the train from Montpellier to Barcelona is an excellent way to travel between the two cities. There are 4-6 direct services on weekdays, and 5-6 at weekends. Trains leave from morning into the evening, and the journey time will be between 2 hours 54 minutes and 3 hours 5 minutes.
Which train companies travel from Montpellier to Barcelona?
Passengers don't have a great deal of choice regarding operators when heading to Barcelona from Montpellier. The only operator on the route is Renfe SNCF, which runs direct daily services.
How long is the train from Montpellier to Barcelona?
Direct trains from Montpellier will get to Barcelona Sants relatively quickly. Expect journey times to range from 2 hours 54 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes.
How many trains are there from Montpellier to Barcelona?
Trains depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch for Barcelona every day of the week. There should be 4-6 trains on both weekdays and weekends, making it easy to schedule trips between the two cities. The earliest trains tend to leave just after 9:00 a.m. and the final service is around 5:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Montpellier to Barcelona?
Departure train station: Trains to Barcelona will always leave from Montpellier Saint-Roch station. Getting to trains shouldn't pose too many problems. For most travelers, the best option will be catching the Montpellier Tramway. Saint-Roch is at the crossroads of Lines 1, 2, and 3, so all parts of the city have direct connections. Walking from the center is an option, and taxis from the Old Town will take 5-10 minutes if the traffic isn't heavy. Those coming from the airport can take the 120 bus straight to Saint-Roch. Leave 30 minutes at least for the transfer.
Arrival train station: Trains from Montpellier will arrive at Barcelona Sants station. Located just south of the city center, Sants has superb connections to the rest of Barcelona. To reach Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter, take Line 3 (Green), while Line 5 is useful for reaching eastern and western destinations. Anyone headed to El Prat Airport can also take the Metro. However, the R2 train link is faster, taking just 19 minutes to reach departure terminals. There's no wifi at Sants itself, although cafes in the station offer high-speed connections if required.
FAQs: Trains from Montpellier to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Montpellier-Saint-Roch, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Barcelona Sants, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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)
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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