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Montpellier to Paris Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Montpellier to Paris train route is served mainly by TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed trains operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Departures use Montpellier Saint-Roch in the city center and Montpellier Sud de France on the bypass line, with arrival at Paris Gare de Lyon. Direct trains commonly call at Nimes, Valence TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, or Le Creusot TGV depending on the service pattern. Around 15 to 20 direct departures run on a typical day, with more choice on Fridays, Sundays, and holiday periods. The high-speed rail distance is about 746 km, and the fastest direct TGV takes about 3 hours 11 minutes, while slower direct services take around 3 hours 50 minutes to just over 4 hours. One-way fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for OUIGO advance fares and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for last-minute or flexible TGV INOUI fares. 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, and July-August travel.
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Montpellier
Paris

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Morning trains

05:46
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
3h 32m
09:18
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
OUI 6200
from
14204 USD
1
3h 32m, Direct
05:46
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
09:18
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
14204 USD
1
Direct
OUI 6200
07:47
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
3h 17m
11:04
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
OUI 6250
from
22392 USD
1
3h 17m, Direct
07:47
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
11:04
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
22392 USD
1
Direct
OUI 6250

Day trains

12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
3h 21m
16:12
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
OUI 12348
from
13869 USD
1
3h 21m, Direct
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
16:12
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
13869 USD
1
Direct
OUI 12348
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
3h 21m
16:12
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 9708
from
13034 USD
1
3h 21m, Direct
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
16:12
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
13034 USD
1
Direct
SNCF 9708

Evening trains

18:50
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
3h 14m
22:04
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6260
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20219 USD
1
3h 14m, Direct
18:50
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
22:04
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
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20219 USD
1
Direct
SNCF 6260
19:50
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
3h 28m
23:18
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 9706
from
16209 USD
1
3h 28m, Direct
19:50
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
23:18
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
16209 USD
1
Direct
SNCF 9706
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First train

05:25
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Last train

21:42
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Travel duration

3h 46m
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Daily departures

21
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Paris
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$49
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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for Montpellier to Paris TGV INOUI and OUIGO services. Select trains from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France to Paris Gare de Lyon and receive e-tickets for the chosen departure.
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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the selected Montpellier to Paris fare. TGV INOUI flexible fares usually allow more changes than OUIGO basic tickets, which are more restrictive and charge fees for some changes.
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Montpellier to Paris Route Overview

The Montpellier to Paris TGV leaves the Mediterranean plain and joins France's north-south high-speed axis via the LGV Mediterranee, LGV Rhone-Alpes, and LGV Sud-Est. A distinctive feature is the choice between Montpellier Saint-Roch, the central station near Place de la Comedie, and Montpellier Sud de France, a newer out-of-center station used by some high-speed services. TGV INOUI tickets are train-specific and seat reservations are included, while OUIGO is reservation-only with a more limited service model and paid options for extra luggage. Non-reserved travel is not used on French TGV services, so passengers should board the exact train shown on the ticket.
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3h 46m

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3h 13m

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Longest trip

10h 14m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a university city in southern France, known for its medieval center, Place de la Comedie, and tram network. Trains to Paris depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch in the city center and from Montpellier Sud de France, which is reached by shuttle, taxi, or local transport links.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

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Montpellier Sud de France

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Montpellier St-Roch

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3h 46m

Paris

Paris is France's capital, with major cultural districts around the Louvre, Saint-Germain-des-Pres, Montmartre, and the Marais. Montpellier trains arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, southeast of the center, with Metro lines 1 and 14, RER A and D, taxis, and onward trains.

Paris Est

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Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Paris Austerlitz

StationStation

Paris Montparnasse

StationStation

Paris Gare de Lyon

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Paris Gare de l’Est

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Paris St-Lazare

StationStation

Paris Gare du Nord

StationStation

PARIS BERCY

StationStation

Disneyland Paris

StationStation

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

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Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

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Practical Information for TGV Travelers

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Luggage rules differ between TGV INOUI and OUIGO on the Montpellier to Paris route. Check the product selected before arriving at the station.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may usually bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage, all labeled with the passenger's name. OUIGO includes 1 cabin bag and 1 small hand item; larger or additional bags must be added as a paid option before travel.
Storage Facilities
TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags and luggage stacks near coach entrances for larger suitcases. OUIGO has less spare luggage space because trains use a denser seating layout, so large items should match the allowance on the ticket.
Special Items
Folded bicycles, skis, snowboards, and musical instruments must be packed and fit within the accepted size rules. Fully assembled bicycles require a bookable bike space where offered on TGV INOUI; OUIGO accepts only certain packed or folded bikes with the correct paid option.

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Montpellier to Paris Map

The Montpellier to Paris route runs north from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France through the Nimes area, then onto the LGV Mediterranee toward Valence TGV. It continues via the Rhone valley high-speed corridor, bypassing or serving Lyon depending on the train, then uses the LGV Sud-Est through Burgundy toward Paris Gare de Lyon. From the train, views shift from Languedoc vineyards and the lower Rhone plain to farmland and wooded sections south of Paris.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Montpellier to Paris train links Montpellier Saint-Roch or Sud de France with Paris Gare de Lyon without airport transfers. Long-distance buses usually take 10 to 12 hours between Montpellier and Paris Bercy or other coach stops, often overnight. Flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Paris take about 1 hour 30 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, and baggage time add several hours. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 33m

Price from

$49

Departures

215

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 39m

Price from

$65

Departures

205

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 27m

Price from

$49

Departures

89

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Train

ICN

Changes

Direct

Travel time

10h 9m

Price from

$83

Departures

28

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 5m

Price from

$58

Departures

3

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Travel time

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Winner

Train

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3h 46m

$49-$218

Bus

Apprx.

10h 30m

$25-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 30m

$70-$260

FAQ about the Montpellier - Paris Route

How long is the train from Montpellier to Paris?

The fastest direct TGV from Montpellier to Paris takes about 3 hours 11 minutes. Many direct services take between 3 hours 20 minutes and 4 hours, depending on whether they depart from Saint-Roch or Sud de France and which intermediate stops are included.

How do I book Montpellier to Paris train tickets?

Book Montpellier to Paris tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, station, and service, then selecting a TGV INOUI or OUIGO fare. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and provides mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing bookings and e-tickets.

How much is the train from Montpellier to Paris?

One-way Montpellier to Paris train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) on OUIGO advance tickets and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for last-minute or flexible TGV INOUI fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Montpellier to Paris?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO services on the Montpellier to Paris route can reach 320 km/h (199 mph) on the French high-speed line sections. Average speed is lower because trains slow for station calls, approaches to Montpellier, and arrival into Paris Gare de Lyon.

Does a Eurail or Interrail pass cover Montpellier to Paris?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI services in France, but a paid seat reservation is required and pass-holder places can be limited. OUIGO is generally not covered by Eurail or Interrail passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Montpellier to Paris trains.
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