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Dijon to Montpellier Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Dijon to Montpellier trains depart from Dijon Ville and usually arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch, with some services using Montpellier Sud de France on the high-speed bypass. Direct TGV INOUI services run south through Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, Nimes, and the Languedoc corridor, while other departures require one change, most often at Lyon. The rail distance is about 490 km depending on the booked station and routing. The fastest direct TGV INOUI services take about 3 hours 5 minutes; slower one-change itineraries usually take 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. Expect around 3 to 5 direct departures on a typical day, with more same-day options when connections via Lyon are included. One-way fares from Dijon to Montpellier start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible first-class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, July-August, and peak summer travel to the Mediterranean.
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Dijon
Montpellier

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Morning trains

09:21
DijonStation
3h 31m
12:52
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
Direct
OUI 12181
from
136 USD
1
3h 31m, Direct
09:21
DijonStation
12:52
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
from
136 USD
1
Direct
09:21
DijonStation
3h 31m
12:52
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
Direct
OUI 5521
from
136 USD
1
3h 31m, Direct
09:21
DijonStation
12:52
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
from
136 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

15:21
DijonStation
3h 47m
19:08
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
Direct
SNCF 9879
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136 USD
1
3h 47m, Direct
15:21
DijonStation
19:08
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
from
136 USD
1
Direct
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First train

09:21
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Last train

15:21
distance

Travel duration

3h 39m
daily-departure

Daily departures

3
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Dijon
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direct
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Montpellier
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$75
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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for Dijon to Montpellier trains, including direct TGV INOUI services and SNCF connections via Lyon Part-Dieu. Select Dijon Ville as the departure station and Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France when shown for your train.
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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the selected SNCF fare for the Dijon to Montpellier route. Flexible TGV INOUI fares usually allow changes before departure, while the cheapest advance tickets are more restricted.
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Dijon to Montpellier Route Overview

This route links Burgundy with the Mediterranean by following the Saone and Rhone axis before turning west toward Nimes and Montpellier. The main line section south of Lyon gives a clear contrast between vineyard country around Burgundy and the drier landscapes near the lower Rhone and Languedoc. Seat reservations are compulsory on TGV INOUI, so every ticket includes an assigned seat; TER or regional legs on connecting itineraries may not have reserved seating. A practical detail for Montpellier is station choice: Saint-Roch is in the city center, while Sud de France is outside the center and normally needs a tram, shuttle, taxi, or local connection.
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3h 39m

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Fastest trip

3h 31m

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Longest trip

4h 17m

Dijon

Dijon is the historic capital of Burgundy, known for the Palace of the Dukes, mustard merchants, and wine routes toward the Cote de Nuits. Dijon Ville station sits just west of the old center and handles TGV, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, and long-distance SNCF services.

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3h 39m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a major city in Occitanie with a medieval core around Ecusson, the Place de la Comedie, and modern districts such as Antigone. Montpellier Saint-Roch is the central station, while Montpellier Sud de France serves some high-speed trains southeast of the city center.

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Montpellier Sud de France

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Practical Information for TGV INOUI Travelers

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TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on direct Dijon to Montpellier services. Keep bags labeled and small enough to handle without staff assistance.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Each item must be labeled with the passenger's name, and you must be able to carry and lift it yourself.
Storage Facilities
TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for small bags, luggage stacks near coach entrances, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. Keep valuables with you, especially during stops at Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, Nimes, and Montpellier.
Special Items
Folded or dismantled bicycles travel as luggage when packed in a cover no larger than 130 x 90 cm. Fully assembled bicycles require a bike space when offered on the selected train. Skis, folded pushchairs, and musical instruments count within the normal luggage allowance if they can be safely stored.

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Dijon to Montpellier Map

The Dijon to Montpellier route starts at Dijon Ville, heads south through the Burgundy and Saone corridor, and joins the main Rhone axis around Lyon. Typical TGV INOUI stops include Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, Avignon TGV, Nimes, and Montpellier Saint-Roch, with some trains using Montpellier Sud de France. The route links classic main-line sections with high-speed lines south of Lyon and passes vineyard areas, Rhone Valley towns, and the flatter Languedoc approach to Montpellier.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 34m

Price from

$75

Departures

56

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Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 47m

Price from

$75

Departures

30

Rating

The train links Dijon Ville with Montpellier Saint-Roch in about 3 hours 5 minutes on the fastest direct TGV INOUI, avoiding transfers to airports outside both cities. Long-distance buses on this corridor usually take most of the day and may use stops outside the rail-station core. Flying is rarely direct between Dijon and Montpellier because Dijon has no major scheduled commercial airport, so air travel normally means ground travel to Lyon or Paris before the flight. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on this domestic French route.
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3h 39m

$75-$93

Bus

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7h 30m

$25-$70

Flight

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4h 30m

$120-$320

FAQ about the Dijon - Montpellier Route

How much is the train from Dijon to Montpellier?

One-way Dijon to Montpellier fares start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible first-class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Dijon to Montpellier?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI services take about 3 hours 5 minutes from Dijon Ville to Montpellier. One-change itineraries, usually via Lyon Part-Dieu, commonly take 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes depending on transfer time and arrival station.

How to book Dijon to Montpellier train tickets?

Book Dijon to Montpellier train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering Dijon Ville and Montpellier, choosing a direct TGV INOUI or a connecting SNCF itinerary, and selecting the available class and fare. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure, and the iOS and Android apps can store and manage your booking.

How fast is the TGV from Dijon to Montpellier?

TGV INOUI trains on this route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections, mainly south of Lyon. Average speed is lower because the route includes station stops and classic-line sections near Dijon, Lyon, and Montpellier.

Does a France rail pass cover Dijon to Montpellier?

Interrail and Eurail passes valid in France can be used on SNCF trains between Dijon and Montpellier, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER legs may not need a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.
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