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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Marseille
Cheapest price on Sep 22
€110
Average ticket price on Sep 22
€117
Fastest journey on Sep 22
5 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 22
5 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 22
2
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Marseille will cost around €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Marseille without transferring at least once.
9706 · 53164:24 PM6h06Barcelona Sants10:30 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1101One-way1 transfer- 9708+
46579:26 AM5h18Barcelona Sants2:44 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way1 transfer
- 9708+46579:26 AM5h18Barcelona Sants2:44 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way1 transfer
- 9706 · 53164:24 PM6h06Barcelona Sants10:30 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1101One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €420.
Distance: 339 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€107 Average price | €420 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Marseille:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Marseille costing on average €107.
A bus is €386 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Marseille costing on average €420.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
Live departures
Barcelona to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9708+4657 | 9:26 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h18 | 2:44 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 9706 · 5316 | 4:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h06 | 10:30 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Marseille
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Trains from Barcelona to Marseille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 339 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 339 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF | Intercités from Barcelona to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, SNCF | Intercités trains will get you between Barcelona and Marseille from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Marseille by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Marseille
Most Barcelona to Marseille trains use the Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Marseille leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Which Marseille station do trains from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Getting to Marseille-Blancarde from Marseille city centre
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde train station facilities and services
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Getting to Arenc-Euroméditerranée from Marseille city centre
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée train station facilities and services
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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