Montpellier to Villeurbanne by train
Villeurbanne lies 252 km (157 mi) north of Montpellier, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 32 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 308 km (191 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Montpellier | Villeurbanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 248,252 | 131,445 |
| Elevation | 55 m (180 ft) | 177 m (581 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Montpellier-Saint-Roch railway station, Montpellier Sud de France station | Gare de Villeurbanne |
| Postal codes | 34000–34967 CEDEX 2 | 69100–69629 CEDEX |
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Common questions
How far is Villeurbanne from Montpellier?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, north of Montpellier; by road roughly 308 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Montpellier to Villeurbanne by train?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Montpellier and Villeurbanne?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.