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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Marseille
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
661 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Marseille will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 21 trains that leave Paris for Marseille on Mon, Dec 15, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 661 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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 Paris to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 661 km
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€65 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €229 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Marseille trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6175 | On time 9:10 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 12:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6109 | On time 9:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h21 | 12:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6105 | 10:11 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h37 | 1:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6111 | On time 10:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 1:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6177 | On time 1:10 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 4:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6115 | On time 1:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 4:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6619 · 9830 | On time 2:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h46 | 5:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6113 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 5:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6117 | On time 2:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h16 | 5:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6121 | On time 3:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 6:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6123 | On time 4:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6153 | On time 5:10 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 8:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6127 | On time 5:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 8:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6119 | 6:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h28 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6147 | 5:12 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h23 | 8:35 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6155 | On time 8:10 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 11:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6173 | On time 8:10 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 11:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6107 | On time 8:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h19 | 11:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Paris to Marseille
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Trains from Paris to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 661 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 661 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER, SNCF from Paris to Marseille trainsTGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Marseille from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Paris to Marseille: Journey Details
Trains from Paris to Marseille begin early in the morning, after 6:00 am. Trains continue at 30 minute- 1 hour intervals throughout the day. The last train of the day leaves after 9:00 pm. Trains are run by various providers. Most trains run direct, but some have one or more changes. Journey times can vary, but most take from between 3.5 - 4.5 hours.
Taking the Train from Paris
Trains departing to Marseille leave from Paris-Gare de Lyon. It is a large station, and the third busiest in France. It is well served by public transport links. Metro lines 1 and 14 arrive at the station. There are several bus services that run throughout the day and evening. Taxis are available from outside the station. Bikes can be locked up securely. There are several car parks available by the station.
Getting into Marseille by Train
Marseille is a large port city in the south of France, with a beautiful quayside. It was named European Capital of Culture in 2013, and has a wide range of museums and art galleries for tourists to explore. Visitors arriving from Paris by train will disembark at Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, the largest train station in the city. The blue and orange subway lines serve the station. There are buses to the surrounding areas of the city that leave regularly, and buses to the airport leave every 15-20 minutes from 5:00 am to 11:30 pm. Taxis are available from outside the station, and the city centre and seafront are located a few minutes walk away.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Gare d'Austerlitz. When arriving in Marseille, you can end your route in train stations like Marseille Saint-Charles and Marseille-Blancarde.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 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.
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Popular train stations from Paris to Marseille
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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