The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Poitiers
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€135
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€204
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 18
10
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Poitiers will cost around €204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €135.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Poitiers without transferring at least once.
6106 · 83797:03 AM6h34Marseille Saint-Charles1:37 PMPoitiers€1351One-way1 transfer
6102 · 84455:14 AM6h22Marseille Saint-Charles11:36 AMPoitiers€1671One-way1 transfer
6112 · 84859:03 AM6h46Marseille Saint-Charles3:49 PMPoitiers€1841One-way1 transfer
6116 · 844712:03 PM5h33Marseille Saint-Charles5:36 PMPoitiers€1911One-way1 transfer
6174 · 834312:46 PM5h57Marseille Saint-Charles6:43 PMPoitiers€1971One-way1 transfer
6116 · 844712:03 PM5h33Marseille Saint-Charles5:36 PMPoitiers€1911One-way1 transfer
12374 · 84954:04 PM5h40Marseille Saint-Charles9:44 PMPoitiers€2101One-way1 transfer
12374 · 83954:04 PM5h40Marseille Saint-Charles9:44 PMPoitiers€2171One-way1 transfer
6120 · 84912:03 PM5h42Marseille Saint-Charles7:45 PMPoitiers€3091One-way1 transfer
6122 · 83933:03 PM5h51Marseille Saint-Charles8:54 PMPoitiers€2171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Marseille to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, while a train costs an average of €132.
Distance: 540 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€132 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Poitiers:
A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Poitiers costing on average €132.
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 24m.
Live departures
Marseille to Poitiers train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Poitiers trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6116 · 8447 | 12:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h33 | 5:36 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
6120 · 8491 | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h42 | 7:45 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
5386 · 5240 | 2:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h04 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
12374 · 8347 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h49 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
5772+ 8375 | On time 9:32 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 13h18 | 10:50 AM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
6102 · 8445 | 5:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h22 | 11:36 AM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
6106 · 8379 | 7:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h34 | 1:37 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
6112 · 8485 | 9:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h46 | 3:49 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Poitiers
Trains from Marseille to Poitiers run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €74 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 540 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 540 km |
Average train duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €74 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Marseille to Poitiers trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Marseille and Poitiers from €31. 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 Marseille to Poitiers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Poitiers 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 Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Poitiers
Most Marseille to Poitiers trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Poitiers station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Poitiers train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Marseille station do trains to Poitiers 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 Poitiers station do trains from Marseille arrive at?
Getting to Poitiers from Poitiers city centre
Poitiers train station facilities and services
Poitiers 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistro de l'Hotel, La Serrurerie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poitiers. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Poitiers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poitiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Poitiers: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poitiers: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Poitiers Centre, Mercure Poitiers Centre, Hotel de l'Europe.
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