The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Barcelona
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €109
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €115
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 4 h 34 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 4 h 51 m
- Trains on Nov 09
- 2
- Distance
- 339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Barcelona will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 2 trains from Marseille to Barcelona, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 5 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.
097308:02 AM 4h34 Marseille Saint-Charles 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants €109 1 One-way 0 transfers
4758+
97139:25 AM 5h07 Marseille Saint-Charles 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants €121 1 One-way 1 transfer
097308:02 AM 4h34 Marseille Saint-Charles 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants €109 1 One-way 0 transfers
4758+
97139:25 AM 5h07 Marseille Saint-Charles 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants €121 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Barcelona
Trains from Marseille to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 339 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 339 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Marseille to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Barcelona trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4758+ 9713 | On time 9:24 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h08 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
6864 · 9715 | 1:33 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h59 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Marseille and Barcelona
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Barcelona
Most Marseille to Barcelona trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Marseille station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
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.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Marseille arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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