Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.9 miles 126.9 km · straight line
95.8 miles actual route 154.1 km · driving distance
1h 54min estimated drive time
€17 - €21 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
275° W bearing direction

How far is Aix-en-Provence from Montpellier?

The distance from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier is 78.9 miles (126.9 km) as the crow flies. Montpellier is located W of Aix-en-Provence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 95.8 miles, taking about 1h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in France.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aix-en-Provence and Montpellier. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aix-en-Provence to Montpellier

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 54min €17 - €21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 17min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 48min $11–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aix-en-Provence & Montpellier

Quick Facts

Aix-en-Provence
43.53°N, 5.45°E
Europe/Paris
177m elevation
Montpellier
43.61°N, 3.88°E
Europe/Paris
27m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 315.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM