The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Marseille
Cheapest price
€233
Average price
€233
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Marseille will cost around €233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €233.
It's difficult to get from Berlin to Marseille without transferring at least once.
ICE 1505 · ICE 597+
TGV 9580
ICE 597+
TGV 9580
ICE 1505 · ICE 597+
TGV 9580
ICE 597+
TGV 9580Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 1186 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€200 Average price | €228 Average price | €95 Average price Cheapest |
13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 41m Average total duration 20h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.6 - 7.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Marseille trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 597+ TGV 9580 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h19 | 8:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505 · ICE 597+ TGV 9580 | On time 8:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h10 | 8:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
![]() | 7:26 AM Berlin | 12h20 | 7:46 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Marseille
Trains from Berlin to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 12h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €120 but you can travel from only €47 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 1186 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 1186 km |
Average train duration 12h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €120 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 12h 0m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Berlin to Marseille trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Berlin and Marseille from €47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Marseille
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- 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
- 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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