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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Marseille
Cheapest price
€149
Average price
€165
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Marseille will cost around €165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Marseille on Sun, Dec 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 504 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 9 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €114.
Distance: 504 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €232 Average price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Marseille trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 96115+ 9210+6177 | On time 8:45 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h29 | 4:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 9210+6177 | On time 9:34 AM Basel SBB | 6h40 | 4:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96116+9879 · 9830 | On time 11:39 AM Basel SBB | 6h10 | 5:49 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96116+5537 | On time 11:44 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h01 | 6:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96116+9879 · 9830 | On time 11:44 AM Basel St. Johann | 6h05 | 5:49 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96121+9222+5537 | On time 12:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 6h00 | 6:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 9222+5537 | On time 1:34 PM Basel SBB | 5h11 | 6:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96122+9580 | On time 2:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 6h03 | 8:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96262+9580 | On time 3:21 PM Basel SBB | 5h25 | 8:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Marseille
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Marseille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €76 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €76 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel to Marseille trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel and Marseille from €38. 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 Basel to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.
When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel St. Johann. When arriving in Marseille, you can end your trip in train stations like Marseille Saint-Charles, Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence and Marseille-Blancarde.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Marseille Saint-Charles, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Marseille
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- 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.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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