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Toulouse to Montpellier Train Tickets & Timetable

The Toulouse to Montpellier train route is served by SNCF Intercites and TER Occitanie services on the classic line across southern France. Direct trains usually depart from Toulouse Matabiau and arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch, with some services also using Montpellier Sud de France depending on the timetable. Key intermediate stops include Carcassonne, Narbonne, Beziers, Agde, and Sete. The rail distance is about 248 km, with the fastest direct trains taking around 2 hours 10 minutes and slower stopping services taking about 2 hours 50 minutes. Around 12 to 16 direct departures normally run each day in one direction, with First and Second Class available on Intercites and Second Class on most TER services. One-way fares from Toulouse to Montpellier start from about €15 ($16 USD) for advance Intercites or regional promotional fares and can rise to around €55 ($59 USD) for late-booked flexible tickets. 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.

20Jun

Seats

Toulouse

Montpellier

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

08:42

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

2h 12m

10:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 4655

from

4920 USD

2h 12m, Direct

08:42

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

10:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

4920 USD

Direct

SNCF 4655

09:53

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

2h 43m

12:36

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

Direct

OUI 6871

from

5697 USD

2h 43m, Direct

09:53

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

12:36

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

from

5697 USD

Direct

OUI 6871

Day trains

12:42

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

2h 12m

14:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 4659

from

5179 USD

2h 12m, Direct

12:42

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

14:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

5179 USD

Direct

SNCF 4659

14:45

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

2h 9m

16:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 4661

from

6905 USD

2h 9m, Direct

14:45

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

16:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

6905 USD

Direct

SNCF 4661

Evening trains

18:45

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

2h 9m

20:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 4665

from

4229 USD

2h 9m, Direct

18:45

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

20:54

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

4229 USD

Direct

SNCF 4665

First train

06:45

Last train

20:44

Travel duration

2h 14m

Daily departures

Departure station

Toulouse

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Montpellier

Ticket price

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Toulouse to Montpellier Route Overview

The line from Toulouse to Montpellier follows the Canal du Midi corridor toward Carcassonne before turning toward the Mediterranean coast after Narbonne. A distinctive part of the route is the coastal section near Sete, where trains run between the Etang de Thau lagoon and the sea before entering Montpellier. Intercites services normally use reserved seats, while TER trains often have open seating with no assigned seat. This is not a high-speed line for most of the route, so travel time depends more on stops and pathing than on top speed.

Travel time

2h 14m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 9m

Longest trip

2h 43m

Toulouse

Toulouse is the main city of southwest France, known for aerospace, brick architecture, and the Garonne riverfront. Trains depart from Toulouse Matabiau, the city's main station on Boulevard Pierre Semard, with metro access at Marengo-SNCF.

Toulouse Matabiau

Station

2h 14m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a university city near the Mediterranean, with the Ecusson old town, Place de la Comedie, and tram lines crossing the center. Most direct trains arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch, the central station within walking distance of the old town; some long-distance services may use Montpellier Sud de France outside the center.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

Station

Montpellier Sud de France

Station

Montpellier St-Roch

Station

Practical Information for Intercites and TER Travelers

SNCF luggage rules apply on the Toulouse to Montpellier route. Bring only luggage you can carry and store yourself on board.

Luggage Allowance

On SNCF Intercites and TER services, passengers may generally bring 2 large items up to 130 cm each plus 1 piece of hand luggage. Bags must be labeled with the passenger's name and kept within onboard storage areas.

Storage Facilities

Intercites and TER trains have overhead racks for small bags and luggage spaces near carriage entrances or between seat backs on some trainsets. Large suitcases should not block aisles, doors, or bicycle spaces.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, boards, and musical instruments can travel if they fit SNCF size rules and storage space is available. Non-folding bicycles require a bike space where offered and may need a paid reservation on some trains.

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Toulouse to Montpellier Map

The Toulouse to Montpellier rail route runs east from Toulouse Matabiau through Castelnaudary and Carcassonne, then reaches Narbonne before turning northeast along the Languedoc coast. Many direct trains call at Beziers, Agde, Sete, and Montpellier Saint-Roch. The route links the Canal du Midi basin with vineyards around the Aude and Herault, then passes lagoons and coastal flats near Sete before entering central Montpellier.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Rail links Toulouse Matabiau with Montpellier Saint-Roch in about 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest direct services, putting passengers close to both city centers. Coaches between Toulouse and Montpellier usually take about 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes and use road terminals rather than the central rail platforms. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because direct air service is limited and airport transfers at Toulouse-Blagnac and Montpellier add time. The train also produces lower emissions than car or air travel on this corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 10m

Price from

$24

Departures

191

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 14m

Price from

$23

Departures

Rating

Train

Train liO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 37m

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 12m

Price from

$43

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 14m

$1-$77

Bus

Apprx.

4h 0m

$10-$35

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$90-$250

FAQ about the Toulouse - Montpellier Route

How fast is the Toulouse to Montpellier train?

Intercites and TER trains on the Toulouse to Montpellier route can run up to about 160 km/h (99 mph) on parts of the classic line. Average speed is lower because the route includes stops at Carcassonne, Narbonne, Beziers, Agde, and Sete.

How much is the train from Toulouse to Montpellier?

One-way Toulouse to Montpellier train fares start from about €15 ($16 USD) for advance Intercites or regional promotional fares and can reach around €55 ($59 USD) for later-booked flexible tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

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How long is the train from Toulouse to Montpellier?

The fastest direct Toulouse to Montpellier trains take around 2 hours 10 minutes. Slower TER or stopping Intercites services usually take about 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers about 248 km by rail via Carcassonne, Narbonne, Beziers, and Sete.

Does a rail pass cover Toulouse to Montpellier?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on eligible SNCF trains between Toulouse and Montpellier. Intercites services may require or offer seat reservations depending on the train, while TER trains generally do not require a seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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