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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Marseille
Cheapest price
€118
Average price
€184
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
15
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 €184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €118.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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961223:43 PM6h03Basel St. Johann9:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1181One-way1 transfer- 12181 · 12402+961047:13 AM6h11Basel St. Johann1:24 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way2 transfers
- 12180+962624:21 PM5h25Basel SBB9:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way1 transfer
- 12181 · 12402+962107:21 AM6h03Basel SBB1:24 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way2 transfers
9226+17777+51244:34 PM7h14Basel SBB11:48 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1341One-way2 transfers
- 5537+92222:34 PM5h11Basel SBB7:45 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1911One-way1 transfer
- 12180+962624:21 PM5h25Basel SBB9:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1231One-way1 transfer
- 12179+962189:21 AM5h43Basel SBB3:04 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1371One-way1 transfer
- 5537+96121+92221:45 PM6h00Basel St. Johann7:45 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1941One-way2 transfers
- 12180+961223:43 PM6h03Basel St. Johann9:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1181One-way1 transfer
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 20m. 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 |
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€133 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m 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, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96262+12180 | Delayed 4:21 PM Basel SBB | 5h25 | 7:51 PM 7:51 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 9226+17777+5124 | On time 4:34 PM Basel SBB | 7h14 | 11:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| 96202+2350 · 6175 | 5:36 AM Basel SBB | 7h38 | 1:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96104+12181 · 12402 | 7:13 AM Basel St. Johann | 6h11 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96210+12181 · 12402 | 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h03 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96110+12179 | 8:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 6h21 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96218+12179 | 9:21 AM Basel SBB | 5h43 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96115+9210+6177 | 9:45 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h29 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 9210+6177 | 10:34 AM Basel SBB | 6h40 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96112+6704 · 6117 | 10:38 AM Basel SBB | 8h16 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96112+6704 · 6117 | 10:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 8h11 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 96116+5537 | 12:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 7h02 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96121+9222+5537 | 1:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 6h00 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 9222+5537 | 2:34 PM Basel SBB | 5h11 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 96122+12180 | 3:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 6h03 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Marseille
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France
Trains from Basel to Marseille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Marseille
Most Basel to Marseille trains use the Basel SBB to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Basel and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Marseille leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Marseille station do trains from Basel 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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