Train from Montpellier St-Roch to Bourg-en-Bresse

🇫🇷 Montpellier St-Roch → 🇫🇷 Bourg-en-Bresse

Straight-line Distance

307 km

NNE (19.5°)

Rail Distance

~399 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 36m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

71.2 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 6.8 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 78.0 kg

Taking the train saves 71.2 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

High-Speed Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Montpellier St-Roch
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Destination

Bourg-en-Bresse

Journey Tips

SNCF TGV connects Montpellier St-Roch to Lyon Part-Dieu in under 2 hours; a TER north to Bourg-en-Bresse completes the journey in around 45 minutes.

Scenic Highlight

Northbound TGVs from Montpellier cross the Languedoc garrigue before the Rhône valley vineyards of the southern Côtes du Rhône come into view.

Booking Tip

Montpellier–Lyon TGV is a heavily booked route; Prem's fares are available from €19 when booked 3 months ahead via SNCF Connect.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Bourg-en-Bresse

🇨🇭 Aigle 135 km 🇨🇭 Basel SBB 234 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 189 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 114 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 144 km

Also from Montpellier St-Roch

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 415 km 🇨🇭 Zürich HB 555 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 446 km 🇨🇭 Sion 400 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 375 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Montpellier St-Roch to Bourg-en-Bresse takes approximately 1h 36m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~399 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Montpellier St-Roch to Bourg-en-Bresse is approximately 399 km (307 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Montpellier St-Roch to Bourg-en-Bresse emits approximately 6.8 kg of CO2, compared to 78.0 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 71.2 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Montpellier St-Roch to Bourg-en-Bresse typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Montpellier St-Roch and Bourg-en-Bresse.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27