THE SHORT VERSION
Munich to Montpellier at a glance.
- From
- Munich München
- Road distance
- About 1036 km
- Straight line
- 779 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Montpellier to Munich →
- Border
- Germany → France. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Munich
Munich is a major coach hub for Bavaria, the Alps, Austria, Czechia and Italy. Long-distance buses use the central bus station by Hackerbrücke.
- Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof München
Arnulfstraße 21, by Hackerbrücke S-Bahn station.
Arriving in Montpellier
Ask the seller where the service ends in Montpellier. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Montpellier, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Montpellier
More buses from Munich
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Munich from Montpellier by road?+
About 1036 km by road (779 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Munich to Montpellier take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Munich?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Munich include Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Montpellier to Munich?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Montpellier to Munich guide.
Where does the bus from Munich arrive in Montpellier?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Munich to Montpellier?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Munich to Montpellier bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Montpellier by bus?+
Direct buses from Montpellier include Marseille, Barcelona, Valencia, Paris, Vienna and more. See all connections on our Montpellier bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Munich to Montpellier?+
Germany and France are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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