Marseille to Montpellier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Marseille from Montpellier?

The distance from Marseille to Montpellier is 78 miles (125.5 km) as the crow flies. Montpellier is located WNW of Marseille. By car, the driving distance is approximately 105.7 miles, taking about 2h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Marseille 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.