The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Geneva
Cheapest price
€85
Average price
€124
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Geneva will cost around €124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Geneva without transferring at least once.
6850+
96510
9866+
96514
9583+
96508
9868+
96520
9896+
96522
5386+
96518
6850+
96510
9866+
96514
9583+
96508
9868+
96520Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 329 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€100 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9583+ 96508 | On time 7:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h23 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
6850+ 96510 | On time 9:20 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h15 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9866+ 96514 | On time 11:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h23 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5386+ 96518 | On time 1:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h59 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9868+ 96520 | On time 2:12 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h23 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9896+ 96522 | On time 2:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h41 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
6866+ 96530 | On time 5:15 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h23 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Marseille to Geneva by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 16
Nov 17
Nov 18
Nov 19
Nov 20
Nov 21
Nov 22
Nov 23
Nov 24
Nov 25
Nov 26
Nov 27
Nov 28
Nov 29
Nov 30
Dec 01
Dec 02
Dec 03
Dec 04
Dec 05
Dec 06
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Marseille to Geneva?
Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Geneva
Trains from Marseille to Geneva run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF from Marseille to Geneva trainsSNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF trains will get you between Marseille and Geneva from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
TGV
SNCF
FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Marseille Saint-Charles, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Geneva, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Geneva
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
Most popular train connections from Marseille
More options for your journey from Marseille to Geneva
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
