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Montpellier to Barcelona by train
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Cheapest Price CA$61.75
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30 days in advance CA$115.05
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7 days in advance CA$180.70
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First train09:31
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Last train19:43
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey2hr 51m
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Distance286 kilometres
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Trains per day41
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Avg. journey time3hr 5m
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Train operators
Montpellier to Barcelona train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Montpellier to Barcelona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Montpellier to Barcelona take around 2 hours and 51 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 286 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Montpellier is scheduled to depart at around 09:31. The last departure is usually at around 19:43. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 41 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$78.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Barcelona, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Barcelona.
Is there a direct train from Montpellier to Barcelona?
Yes, there is a direct train from Montpellier to Barcelona.
How long does it take to travel from Montpellier to Barcelona?
The Montpellier to Barcelona train travel takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Montpellier to Barcelona train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barcelona leaving Montpellier at around 09:31 and the last train leaving at around 19:43. This is the same at the weekend.
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AVE or TGV
Travelling by train from Montpellier to Barcelona is the easiest way to connect between the two cities also thanks to the 2013 opening of a high-speed line that links France and Spain.
The route is served by both Spanish AVE and French TGV trains – both known for their high standards of comfort and service. Sit back, relax and watch the countryside slip by as the train runs through coastal Languedoc then cuts under the Pyrenees to reach northern Catalonia.
Montpellier-Saint-Roch to Barcelona

The direct high-speed trains depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch in the heart of the city and arrive in Barcelona Sants station, about 3 km west of the centre. The first half of the journey gives excellent views of the lagoon landscapes of coastal Languedoc. Distant views of the Pyrenees dominate the second half of the route.