What is the travel distance from Besançon to Montpellier?

Besançon and Montpellier are 272 miles (439 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Besançon to Montpellier?

The majority of buses traveling from Besançon to Montpellier start their journey at Gare de la Viotte and wind up at Sabines. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Montpellier?

Once in Montpellier, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Pic Saint-Loup, Jardin des Plantes, Maguelone, Musée Atger and Notre-Dame des Tables.

Bus Besançon to Montpellier from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Besançon to Montpellier on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Gare de la Viotte	8h 55m	6:05pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Gare de la Viotte	9h 45m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Av. du Maréchal Foch	11h 26m	11:25am	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Gare de la Viotte	9h 45m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Gare de la Viotte	8h 30m	5:40pm	Sabines	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Besançon to Montpellier

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Montpellier. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

272 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $102	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $82	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Besançon and Montpellier?

Stops in Besançon

A
Gare de la Viotte
4 Avenue de la Paix, , 25000 Besancon, France
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B
Besançon - Rue de Châtillon
1 Rue de Châtillon, 25480 École-Valentin, France
C
Besançon
52, Grande Rue, 25000 Besancon, , France
D
Besançon - Parking relais Micropolis
Parking relais Micropolis, 25000 Besançon , France
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E
La Comtoise
La Comtoise, 25480 École-Valentin, France

Stops in Montpellier

A
Sabines
Avenue du Colonel Pavelet, 34070 Montpellier, France
B
791 Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars
791 Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars, 34070 Montpellier, France
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C
Odysseum
1016 Rue Georges Méliès, 34000 Montpellier, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,161 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Besançon to Montpellier by bus

What is the travel distance from Besançon to Montpellier?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Besançon to Montpellier?
What are the best sights and things to do in Montpellier?