Maastricht to Montpellier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

507.4 miles 816.6 km · straight line
608.9 miles estimated 979.9 km · driving distance
12h 15min estimated drive time
€124 - €153 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
190° S bearing direction

How far is Maastricht from Montpellier?

The distance from Maastricht to Montpellier is 507.4 miles (816.6 km) as the crow flies. Montpellier is located S of Maastricht. By car, the driving distance is approximately 608.9 miles, taking about 12h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Maastricht is in Netherlands, while Montpellier is in France.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Maastricht and Montpellier. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Maastricht to Montpellier

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 15min €124 - €153 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 42min $49–$91* Budget
Train ~15h 56min $73–$213* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maastricht & Montpellier

Quick Facts

Maastricht
50.85°N, 5.69°E
Europe/Amsterdam
50m 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 169 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients