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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portbou to Marseille
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portbou to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portbou to Marseille will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portbou for Marseille on Tue, Dec 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portbou to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portbou to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€53 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portbou to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Portbou to Marseille trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:59 AM Portbou | 5h42 | 5:41 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:04 PM Portbou | 4h37 | 6:41 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:06 PM Portbou | 4h37 | 8:43 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portbou to Marseille
Spain
France
Trains from Portbou to Marseille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 18:33 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, SNCF from Portbou to Marseille trainsSNCF Intercités, SNCF trains will get you between Portbou and Marseille from €24. 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 Portbou to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portbou 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portbou to Marseille
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Comodoro
- Hotel La Masia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to France and regional destinations within Spain
- Train: Regional and international trains
- Bus: Local bus services available
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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
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