Avignon to Montpellier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.9 miles 83.5 km · straight line
59.6 miles actual route 95.9 km · driving distance
1h 21min estimated drive time
€11 - €13 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Avignon from Montpellier?

The distance from Avignon to Montpellier is 51.9 miles (83.5 km) as the crow flies. Montpellier is located WSW of Avignon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59.6 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Avignon 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 Avignon to Montpellier

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 21min €11 - €13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 37min $5–$9* Budget

Quick Facts

Avignon
43.95°N, 4.81°E
Europe/Paris
23m 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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 479.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM