The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Montpellier
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€156
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Montpellier will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 12 trains that leave Nantes for Montpellier on Wed, Dec 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 583 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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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5482 · 9826
5306 · 6825
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8704 · 6275
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8140 · 6275Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 583 km
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€145 Average price | €119 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes to Montpellier train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Montpellier trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5482 · 9826 | On time 7:08 AM Nantes station | 7h42 | 2:50 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
857312+ 5336 · 9879 | On time 10:44 AM Nantes station | 7h21 | 6:05 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2 transfers | |
5306 · 6825 | On time 11:44 AM Nantes station | 7h17 | 7:01 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
8874 · 6277 | On time 12:04 PM Nantes station | 7h07 | 7:11 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
8814 · 6225 | On time 1:04 PM Nantes station | 7h07 | 8:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
5480 · 9836 | On time 1:08 PM Nantes station | 7h56 | 9:04 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
8922 · 6279 | On time 2:04 PM Nantes station | 7h04 | 9:08 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1 transfer | |
8880 · 6227 | On time 3:04 PM Nantes station | 7h07 | 10:11 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Montpellier
Trains from Nantes to Montpellier run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €73 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €73 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV from Nantes to Montpellier trainsTGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Nantes and Montpellier from €26. 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 Nantes to Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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 Nantes station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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 Nantes to Montpellier
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 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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