There are 6 ways to get from Berlin to Montpellier by plane, train, bus, night train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Montpellier
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Fly from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Montpellier (MPL)
Cheapest option
Fly to Marseille, train
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Fly from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Marseille (MRS)
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Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Roch
4 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
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Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
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Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montpellier Saint-Roch
Bus
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Take the bus from Berlin ZOB [Fernbus] to Lyon Perrache
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Take the bus from Lyon Perrache to Montpellier
Night train, train
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Take the night train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB
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Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Montpellier Sud De France
Drive
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Drive from Berlin Hbf to Montpellier
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Conditions of entry into France from Germany
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- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Montpellier is 800 130 000.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Montpellier is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Montpellier is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Montpellier is to bus which costs €70 - €90 and takes 22h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Berlin to Montpellier is to fly which costs €60 - €270 and takes 5h 40m.
No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Montpellier. However, there are services departing from Berlin ZOB [Fernbus] and arriving at Montpellier via Lyon Perrache. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 45m.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Montpellier. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Montpellier Saint-Roch via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 6m.
It is 1216 km from Berlin to Montpellier. It is approximately 1527.5 km to drive.
The best way to get from Berlin to Montpellier without a car is to train which takes 14h 6m and costs €250 - €380.
It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Berlin to Montpellier, including transfers.
Berlin to Montpellier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin ZOB [Fernbus] station.
Berlin to Montpellier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.
The best way to get from Berlin to Montpellier is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs €60 - €270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €250 - €380 and takes 14h 6m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €90 and takes 22h 45m.
- Distance: 1216.1 km
- Duration: 5h 40m
What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Montpellier, France?
Transavia France, Air France and KLM fly from Berlin Hbf to Montpellier 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Montpellier via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu in around 14h 6m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 11m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €390
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 48m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €390
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Montpellier via Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €600
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €460
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €360
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via London Gatwick
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €360
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Montpellier
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €55 - €370
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Montpellier via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €600
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €24 - €260
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €490
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Berlin Brandenburg to Marseille via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €550
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Roch
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montpellier Saint-Roch
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 53m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 14m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €95 - €140
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €120 - €170
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Night train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 26m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €210
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montpellier Saint-Roch
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 56m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €55 - €70
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €55 - €70
- 1st Class
- €60 - €70
Train from Mulhouse Ville to Montpellier Sud De France
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 53m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €100 - €150
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €100 - €130
- 1st Class
- €120 - €150
- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Berlin Hbf to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 26m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €100
- Website
- Nightjet
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One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Berlin ZOB [Fernbus] to Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €70
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Lyon Perrache to Montpellier
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Montpellier
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €12 - €16
- Website
- Blablabus
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Montpellier Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 10m.
Berlin to Montpellier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Montpellier station.
Berlin to Montpellier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch station.
Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Montpellier is 1527 km. It takes approximately 13h 15m to drive from Berlin to Montpellier.
Transavia France, KLM and Air France offer flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Montpellier Airport.
Book your Berlin to Montpellier bus tickets online with FlixBus.
There are 288+ hotels available in Montpellier. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs €3 - €22.