The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Marseille
Cheapest price
€201
Average price
€213
Fastest journey
8 h 14 m
Average duration
10 h 16 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Marseille will cost around €213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €201.
Of the 8 trains that leave Madrid for Marseille on Tue, Nov 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 817 km distance in an average of 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 14 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 12 h 10 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid 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 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €159.
Distance: 817 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€233 Average price | €181 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 4m Average total duration 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Marseille trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06261+ 09725 | On time 5:08 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 15h24 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06271+ 09725 | On time 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h10 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 09725 | On time 7:32 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h00 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06091+ 09725 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h10 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 09725 | On time 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h35 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 09725 | On time 10:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h10 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 09725 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h10 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
09725 | On time 12:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h14 | 8:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Marseille
Trains from Madrid to Marseille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €159 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 817 km distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 817 km |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €159 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 11m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 17:28 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, iryo from Madrid to Marseille trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, iryo trains will get you between Madrid and Marseille from €25. 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 Madrid to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Madrid to Marseille
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
- 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
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