What is the cheapest way to get from Montpellier to Istria?

The cheapest way to get from Montpellier to Istria is to bus which costs €65 - €110 and takes 19h.

What is the fastest way to get from Montpellier to Istria?

The fastest way to get from Montpellier to Istria is to train and fly and shuttle which takes 8h 36m and costs €110 - €600.

Is there a direct bus between Montpellier and Istria?

No, there is no direct bus from Montpellier to Istria. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Colonel Andre Pavelet dit Villars and arriving at Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Venezia, Tronchetto fermata dell'autobus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

Is there a direct train between Montpellier and Istria?

No, there is no direct train from Montpellier to Istria. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Saint-Roch and arriving at Pula via Lyon Part Dieu, Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf and Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 47m.

How far is it from Montpellier to Istria?

The distance between Montpellier and Istria is 1165 km. The road distance is 1100.6 km.

How do I travel from Montpellier to Istria without a car?

The best way to get from Montpellier to Istria without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 16h 7m and costs €180 - €420.

How long does it take to get from Montpellier to Istria?

It takes approximately 16h 7m to get from Montpellier to Istria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Istria bus from?

Montpellier to Istria bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Montpellier Colonel Andre Pavelet dit Villars station.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Istria train from?

Montpellier to Istria train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch station.

Train or bus from Montpellier to Istria?

The best way to get from Montpellier to Istria is to bus which takes 19h and costs €65 - €110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €420 and takes 22h 47m.

Where does the Montpellier to Istria bus arrive?

Montpellier to Istria bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Venezia, Tronchetto fermata dell'autobus station.

Where does the Montpellier to Istria train arrive?

Montpellier to Istria train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Montpellier to Istria?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpellier to Istria is 1101 km. It takes approximately 12h 30m to drive from Montpellier to Istria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Montpellier to Istria?

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Where can I stay near Istria?

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Montpellier to Istria - 10 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Montpellier to Istria by train, car ferry, bus, car, plane, shuttle, or train (TGV, Renfe, Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
4. Take the car ferry from Port of Venice to Port of Pulacarferry
16h 7m
€182–412
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montpellier Colonel Andre Pavelet dit Villars to Venezia, Tronchetto fermata dell'autobusbus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Venezia, Tronchetto fermata dell'autobus to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvorbus Fils
19h
€66–110
Drive 1,100.6 km
1. Drive from Montpellier to Pulacar 1,100.6 km
12h 30m
€168–242
Fly Fréjorgues Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane MPL - VCE
2. Take a shuttle bus from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia to Novigradshuttle
9h 40m
€127–614
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Milan Bergamo - Airportbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Pula railway Stattionshuttle
20h 31m
€100–767
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Montpellier to Venezia, Tronchettobus 482
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Venice to Port of Pulacarferry
20h 50m
€151–191
Train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
5. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Ljubljanatrain 19 / ...
6. Take the train from Ljubljana to Pulatrain
22h 47m
€156–417
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane MRS - VCE
3. Take a shuttle bus from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia to Novigradshuttle
9h 7m
€99–489
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane LYS - VCE
3. Take a shuttle bus from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia to Novigradshuttle
8h 36m
€110–582
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Treviso Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Treviso Airport (TSF)plane MRS - TSF
3. Take a shuttle bus from Treviso, Aeroporto to Poreč, Autobusni Kolodvorshuttle
9h 11m
€103–534

Montpellier to Istria by train, bus, foot, and car ferry

2Weekly Services

16h 7mAverage Duration

€182Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,165.3 km
Duration: 16h 7m

What companies run services between Montpellier, France and Istria, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Montpellier Colonel Andre Pavelet dit Villars to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Venezia, Tronchetto fermata dell'autobus in around 19h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Pula via Lyon Part Dieu, Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf, and Ljubljana in around 22h 47m.

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