Pau to Montpellier by train

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Overview: trains from Pau to Montpellier

Find the key information for travelling by train from Pau to Montpellier, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:59 View journey
Last train 21:39 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 345
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey CA$63.70 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 18m
Train operators 11

From Pau to Montpellier by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Pau to Montpellier by train. With 31 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Pau to Montpellier

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Pau to Montpellier:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$63.70

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Pau to Montpellier departure frequency and train timetable

With 31 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 6 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:59 and the last one is at 21:39. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:13, with the last one at 21:21.

Pau to Montpellier train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 345 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 40 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Pau to Montpellier?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Pau to Montpellier

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Montpellier city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Pau to Montpellier

Want to know more about your journey from Pau to Montpellier? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Pau to Montpellier is 345 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.