The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€126
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bordeaux will cost around €126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 10 trains that leave Marseille for Bordeaux on Sun, May 31, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.
10:21 AM6h28Marseille4:49 PMBordeaux€311One-way0 transfers
5:20 AM6h29Marseille11:49 AMBordeaux€651One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM6h22Marseille2:47 PMBordeaux€881One-way0 transfers
2:26 PM6h25Marseille8:51 PMBordeaux€951One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM6h26Marseille8:51 PMBordeaux€961One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM6h22Marseille2:47 PMBordeaux€881One-way0 transfers
2:26 PM6h25Marseille8:51 PMBordeaux€951One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM6h26Marseille8:51 PMBordeaux€961One-way0 transfers
10:21 AM6h28Marseille4:49 PMBordeaux€311One-way0 transfers
5:20 AM6h29Marseille11:49 AMBordeaux€651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 506 km
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€78 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marseille to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bordeaux trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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86985+ 4760+ 879510 | 9:39 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h10 | 5:49 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Bordeaux
Trains from Marseille to Bordeaux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €22 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 22m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 Marseille to Bordeaux trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Marseille and Bordeaux from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | Intercités de nuit
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Bordeaux
- 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
- 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
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