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Montpellier to Strasbourg Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Montpellier to Strasbourg trains are mainly TGV INOUI services operated by SNCF, with direct cross-country trains on selected departures and more options with a change at Lyon Part-Dieu or Paris. Direct trains usually depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch, with some services also using Montpellier Sud de France, and arrive at Strasbourg-Ville station. Common intermediate stops on direct services include Nimes, Valence TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, Dijon, Besancon Franche-Comte TGV, Belfort-Montbeliard TGV, Mulhouse, and Colmar, depending on the train. The rail distance is about 790 km, with the fastest direct trains taking about 5 hours 32 minutes and slower through itineraries taking around 6 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours when a connection is involved. Most days have about 2 to 4 direct departures in one direction, with additional connecting departures across the day. One-way TGV INOUI fares between Montpellier and Strasbourg start from about €49 ($53 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible First Class 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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Seats

Montpellier

Strasbourg

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Morning trains

06:27

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

5h 57m

12:24

StrasbourgStation

Direct

SNCF 9898

from

17121 USD

5h 57m, Direct

06:27

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

12:24

StrasbourgStation

from

17121 USD

Direct

SNCF 9898

Day trains

13:57

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

6h 16m

20:13

StrasbourgStation

Direct

SNCF 5500

from

24558 USD

6h 16m, Direct

13:57

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

20:13

StrasbourgStation

from

24558 USD

Direct

SNCF 5500

First train

05:42

Last train

15:07

Travel duration

6h 6m

Daily departures

Departure station

Montpellier

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Strasbourg

Ticket price

$92

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Montpellier to Strasbourg Route Overview

This route links the Mediterranean south of France with Alsace without requiring a Paris transfer when a direct TGV INOUI is available. The train follows the Rhone corridor north of Montpellier, then turns through Burgundy and the Rhine plain toward Strasbourg, so the scenery changes from dry Languedoc landscapes to vineyards and Vosges foothills near Alsace. Seat reservations are compulsory on TGV INOUI, so every ticket is tied to a specific train and seat rather than open boarding. A distinctive advantage of the direct train is avoiding the cross-Paris transfer between Gare de Lyon and Gare de l'Est that appears on some alternative itineraries.

Travel time

6h 6m

Train type

Fastest trip

5h 55m

Longest trip

7h 0m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a university city near the Mediterranean, with a historic center around Place de la Comedie and the Ecusson district. Most long-distance trains use Montpellier Saint-Roch in the city center, while some TGV services call at Montpellier Sud de France, a newer station southeast of town connected by local transport and taxis.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

Station

Montpellier Sud de France

Station

Montpellier St-Roch

Station

6h 6m

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the main city of Alsace and the seat of several European institutions. Strasbourg-Ville station sits west of the old town, within walking distance or a short tram ride of the Cathedral, Petite France, and the European Quarter.

Strasbourg

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI passengers on the Montpellier to Strasbourg route must be able to carry and store their own bags. Label luggage before boarding, as this is required on French long-distance trains.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, each passenger may normally bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 small hand item. There is no routine weight check, but you must be able to lift and place bags yourself.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, floor-level luggage racks near carriage entrances, and limited space between or behind seats. Keep valuables with you, especially on longer stops such as Lyon Part-Dieu or Mulhouse.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles may travel as luggage if packed in a cover no larger than 130 x 90 cm. Larger musical instruments, skis, and sports equipment must fit within TGV luggage rules and not block aisles or doors.

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Montpellier to Strasbourg Map

The Montpellier to Strasbourg route runs north from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France through Nimes and the lower Rhone valley, then via Valence TGV and Lyon Part-Dieu. Direct TGV INOUI services continue through Dijon and the Rhin-Rhone high-speed axis, with possible calls at Besancon Franche-Comte TGV, Belfort-Montbeliard TGV, Mulhouse, Colmar, and Selestat before Strasbourg-Ville. The line links Mediterranean, Burgundy, Franche-Comte, and Alsace regions in one north-south trip.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 8m

Price from

$92

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 9m

Price from

$99

Departures

Rating

The direct TGV links Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France with Strasbourg-Ville in about 5 hours 32 minutes on the fastest departures, keeping the trip between rail stations rather than airports outside the center. Long-distance buses between Montpellier and Strasbourg usually take 12 to 15 hours and may run overnight. Flights require airport access at Montpellier and Strasbourg or a larger nearby airport, plus check-in and security time, so the rail option is often competitive door to door. Electric TGV travel also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

6h 6m

$92-$166

Bus

Apprx.

13h 30m

$35-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 25m

$90-$280

FAQ about the Montpellier - Strasbourg Route

How much is the train from Montpellier to Strasbourg?

One-way Montpellier to Strasbourg TGV INOUI fares start from about €49 ($53 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a Eurail pass cover Montpellier to Strasbourg?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI services in France, but passholders need a paid seat reservation before boarding. Reservation availability can be limited on busy trains. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for the Montpellier to Strasbourg route.

How do I book Montpellier to Strasbourg train tickets?

Book Montpellier to Strasbourg tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, choosing a direct TGV INOUI or a connecting itinerary, and selecting Second Class or First Class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers iOS and Android apps for managing e-tickets.

How long is the train from Montpellier to Strasbourg?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains take about 5 hours 32 minutes for the roughly 790 km trip from Montpellier to Strasbourg. Slower options with longer stops or a connection at Lyon or Paris commonly take around 6 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours.

How fast is the TGV from Montpellier to Strasbourg?

TGV trains used on this route can reach up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on suitable French high-speed sections. The average speed is lower because the Montpellier to Strasbourg route includes station stops, junctions, and conventional-line approaches to city stations.

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