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Montpellier to Lille Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Montpellier to Lille trains are mainly TGV INOUI services operated by SNCF, with some direct trains and additional departures requiring a connection at Lyon Part-Dieu, Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Nord, or another major hub. Trains may depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch in the city center or Montpellier Sud de France on the high-speed bypass, so check the station name carefully before travel. Direct trains usually call at stations such as Nimes Pont du Gard, Valence TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, and Arras before reaching Lille Europe. The rail distance is about 783 km, with the fastest direct TGV taking around 4 hours 45 minutes and slower options with connections taking about 6 to 7 hours. One-way TGV fares between Montpellier and Lille start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible First Class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually around 5 to 8 usable departures per day in one direction, including direct and connecting options. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Montpellier

Lille

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

09:10

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

5h 14m

14:24

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

OUI 12562

from

101 USD

5h 14m, Direct

09:10

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

14:24

LilleLille-Europe

from

101 USD

Direct

OUI 12562

09:10

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

5h 14m

14:24

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9862

from

260 USD

5h 14m, Direct

09:10

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

14:24

LilleLille-Europe

from

260 USD

Direct

SNCF 9862

Day trains

13:59

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

4h 49m

18:48

LilleLille-Flandres

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7860

from

82 USD

4h 49m, Direct

13:59

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

18:48

LilleLille-Flandres

from

82 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7860

13:59

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

4h 49m

18:48

LilleLille-Flandres

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7860

from

114 USD

4h 49m, Direct

13:59

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

18:48

LilleLille-Flandres

from

114 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7860

First train

05:25

Last train

17:10

Travel duration

5h 7m

Daily departures

Departure station

Montpellier

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lille

Ticket price

$54

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected TGV INOUI fare between Montpellier and Lille. Flexible fares allow easier changes before departure, while the cheapest advance fares are more restrictive.

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Montpellier to Lille Route Overview

The Montpellier to Lille route links the Mediterranean south with northern France without requiring a station change in central Paris when using a direct TGV. A distinctive feature is the stop pattern around the Paris region: many direct trains avoid Paris terminal stations and serve Marne-la-Vallee Chessy and Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV before continuing to Lille. TGV INOUI seats are reserved by default, so your ticket includes a specific train, coach, and seat. If your itinerary uses Montpellier Sud de France, allow extra time for local transport from central Montpellier because it is outside the historic core.

Travel time

5h 7m

Train type

Fastest trip

4h 47m

Longest trip

6h 33m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a major city in Occitanie, known for its medieval center around Place de la Comedie and the medical faculty dating to the 13th century. Montpellier Saint-Roch is the central station, while Montpellier Sud de France serves high-speed trains east of the city with tram and shuttle connections.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

Station

Montpellier Sud de France

Station

Montpellier St-Roch

Station

5h 7m

Lille

Lille is the main rail hub of northern France, close to the Belgian border and linked to Paris, Brussels, and London by high-speed rail. Most long-distance TGV services arrive at Lille Europe, a short walk from Lille Flandres and the old town around Grand Place.

Lille Europe

Lille Flandres

Lille-Europe

Lille-Flandres

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules are based on self-carried baggage that passengers can lift and store themselves. Label bags before boarding, as this is required on French long-distance trains.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may usually bring 2 large pieces with maximum dimensions of 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be labeled and remain manageable enough for the passenger to board and store without staff assistance.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near coach entrances, and additional racks in the middle or end sections of many coaches. Large cases should not block aisles, doors, or wheelchair spaces.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, snowboards, and musical instruments must be packed in suitable covers and fit within accepted luggage spaces. Fully assembled bicycles require a reserved bicycle space only where the specific TGV service offers one.

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Montpellier to Lille Map

The Montpellier to Lille route runs north from the Mediterranean corridor through Nimes and the Rhone valley, then uses high-speed lines toward Lyon, the Paris eastern bypass, Charles de Gaulle Airport, Arras, and Lille. Direct TGV services avoid a cross-Paris transfer by using the interconnection line around the capital. Travelers may see vineyards and low limestone hills near Languedoc, the Rhone valley south of Lyon, and flatter farmland approaching Hauts-de-France.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 5m

Price from

$66

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 17m

Price from

$97

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 48m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

The direct TGV links Montpellier and Lille city areas in under 5 hours on the fastest services, with no airport transfers. Long-distance buses usually take most of the day or overnight and often require routing through Lyon or Paris. Flying between Montpellier and Lille can be quick in the air, but schedules are less frequent and airport access, security, and baggage handling add time. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

5h 7m

$54-$245

Bus

Apprx.

13h 0m

$35-$95

Flight

Apprx.

1h 35m

$65-$260

FAQ about the Montpellier - Lille Route

How to book Montpellier to Lille train tickets?

Book Montpellier to Lille train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, checking whether the departure is from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, and selecting a TGV INOUI departure. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing e-tickets.

How much is the train from Montpellier to Lille?

One-way TGV tickets from Montpellier to Lille start from about €35 ($38 USD) in Second Class when booked early and can reach around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible First Class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a France rail pass cover Montpellier to Lille?

Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI services in France, but Montpellier to Lille TGV trains require a paid seat reservation before boarding. Reservation availability is limited on some departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the Montpellier to Lille train?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI from Montpellier to Lille takes around 4 hours 45 minutes over a rail distance of about 783 km. Trips with connections usually take about 6 to 7 hours, depending on the transfer point and waiting time.

How fast is the TGV from Montpellier to Lille?

TGV INOUI trains on this route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on French high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because the train serves interchange stations such as Lyon Part-Dieu, Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, and Arras.

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