The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Marseille
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€133
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Marseille will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bordeaux for Marseille on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 27 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 8 h 28 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.
46654:12 PM6h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:39 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€521One-way0 transfers
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8764126:10 AM8h12Bordeaux-Saint-Jean2:22 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€781One-way2 transfers
12264 · 611712:12 PM8h28Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:40 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€2681One-way1 transfer
46654:12 PM6h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:39 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€521One-way0 transfers
4655+
879539+
8764126:10 AM8h12Bordeaux-Saint-Jean2:22 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€781One-way2 transfers
12264 · 611712:12 PM8h28Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:40 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€2681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 506 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€82 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Marseille trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8416 · 6137 | On time 5:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h52 | 12:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
4655+ 876412+ 879539 | 6:10 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 8h12 | 2:22 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
12264 · 6117 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 8h28 | 8:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
4665 | 4:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h27 | 10:39 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Marseille
Trains from Bordeaux to Marseille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux to Marseille trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bordeaux and Marseille from €20. 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 Bordeaux to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Marseille
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 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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