Montpellier to Barcelona by train

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Overview: trains from Montpellier to Barcelona

Find the key information for travelling by train from Montpellier to Barcelona, 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 09:31 View journey
Last train 19:43 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 51m View journey
Distance (km) 286
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey €13.80 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 5m
Train operators 8

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 42 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 €13.82.

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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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.