Saint-Étienne to Montpellier train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier take around 2 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 209 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Saint-Étienne is scheduled to depart at around  05:18. The last departure is usually at around 19:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Saint-Étienne at around 05:50, with the last train leaving at around 19:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$69.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Montpellier, 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 Montpellier.

Is there a direct train from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier?

The journey between Saint-Étienne and Montpellier usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier?

The Saint-Étienne to Montpellier train travel takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Saint-Étienne to Montpellier train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Montpellier leaving Saint-Étienne at around 05:18 and the last train leaving at around 19:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Saint-Étienne at around 05:50, with the final departure at 19:20.