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Trains from Marseille

6Jul
1
Seats
Marseille
Paris

Each ticket has information about

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Morning trains

05:04
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 34m
08:38
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
TGV Inoui 6102
from
121 USD
1
3h 34m, Direct
05:04
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
08:38
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
121 USD
1
Direct
06:00
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 22m
09:22
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
TGV Inoui 6136
from
121 USD
1
3h 22m, Direct
06:00
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
09:22
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
121 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:00
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 22m
15:22
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
TGV Inoui 6116
from
111 USD
1
3h 22m, Direct
12:00
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
15:22
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
111 USD
1
Direct
12:10
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 52m
16:02
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
Direct
SNCF 9866
from
203 USD
1
3h 52m, Direct
12:10
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
16:02
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
from
203 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:27
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 35m
22:02
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
Direct
TGVOUIGO 7836
from
77 USD
1
3h 35m, Direct
18:27
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
22:02
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
from
77 USD
1
Direct
18:47
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
3h 4m
21:51
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6168
from
100 USD
1
3h 4m, Direct
18:47
MarseilleMarseille St-Charles
21:51
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
100 USD
1
Direct
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First train

05:04
night

Last train

21:32
distance

Travel duration

3h 39m
daily-departure

Daily departures

28
departure-station

Departure station

Marseille
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Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Paris
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $48
fastest-s

Fastest trip

3h 2m
longest-s

Longest trip

10h 24m

Trains to Marseille

Inbound trains reach Marseille mainly at Marseille Saint-Charles. TGV INOUI and OUIGO services arrive from Paris Gare de Lyon in around 3h15m and from Lyon Part-Dieu in about 1h40m. Trains from Avignon reach Marseille in roughly 35m, while services from Aix-en-Provence TGV arrive in around 12m. Along the Mediterranean, trains from Nice take about 2h35m and trains from Toulon take around 45m. Westbound services from Montpellier reach Marseille in about 1h35m, with Nimes typically around 1h10m depending on the train.

Visiting Marseille

Marseille is one of France's main southern rail hubs, located on the Mediterranean axis between Provence, the Rhone Valley, and the Cote d'Azur. The city has one primary long-distance train station, Marseille Saint-Charles, supported by regional stops such as Marseille Blancarde. SNCF Voyageurs operates the principal services, including high-speed, intercity, and regional trains. Train tickets for Marseille cover several service types. TGV INOUI and OUIGO use Marseille Saint-Charles for high-speed routes on the LGV Mediterranee. TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur runs regional trains across the Marseille area, Provence, and the coastal line toward the east. Intercites services also use Marseille Saint-Charles for selected longer conventional routes across southern France. Trains from Marseille run north toward Avignon, Lyon, and Paris, east along the coast toward Toulon and Nice, west toward Montpellier, Nimes, and Toulouse, and inland across Provence. Trains to Marseille generally arrive at Marseille Saint-Charles, where long-distance and regional services meet in the city center. Book trains from and to Marseille online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Marseille

From Marseille Saint-Charles, TGV INOUI and OUIGO services run north on the LGV Mediterranee toward Avignon, Lyon, Paris Gare de Lyon, and onward connections across the SNCF network. Westbound long-distance and regional services link Marseille with Nimes, Montpellier, Beziers, Narbonne, and Toulouse on the southern corridor. Regional TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur trains from Marseille serve Provence and the Mediterranean coast. Eastbound services run toward Aubagne, Toulon, Saint-Raphael, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice. Intercites services add selected conventional long-distance links across southern France, using Marseille Saint-Charles as the main departure point for city rail travel.

Marseille

Marseille is France's oldest major city and the main rail hub of Provence. Marseille Saint-Charles station sits above the city center, with metro connections to the Old Port and regional trains along the Cote Bleue and toward Nice.

Marseille St-Charles

StationStation

Marseille Blancarde

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3h 39m

Paris

Paris is the national rail hub of France and the endpoint for high-speed trains from the southeast. Marseille trains arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, on the Right Bank near Bastille, with metro, RER, bus, and taxi links across the city.

Paris Est

StationStation

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

StationStation

Paris Austerlitz

StationStation

Paris Montparnasse

StationStation

Paris Gare de Lyon

StationStation

Paris Gare de l’Est

StationStation

Paris St-Lazare

StationStation

Paris Gare du Nord

StationStation

PARIS BERCY

StationStation

Disneyland Paris

StationStation

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

StationStation

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

StationStation
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Booking Marseille Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Marseille with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, comparing TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, and Intercites services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Marseille train stations such as Marseille Saint-Charles and Marseille Blancarde, depending on the route and service shown in search results.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Marseille train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices on TGV INOUI and OUIGO can vary by demand, while ticket counters remain available at Marseille Saint-Charles. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Marseille services include regular tickets for TER regional trains, reserved seats on TGV INOUI and OUIGO, and Intercites fare options on selected southern routes. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for advance long-distance travel to and from Paris, Lyon, Nice, Montpellier, Toulouse, Toulon, and Avignon.

Marseille Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Marseille?

The main long-distance route from Marseille is the high-speed service to Paris Gare de Lyon, taking around 3h15m by TGV INOUI or OUIGO from Marseille Saint-Charles. SNCF Voyageurs operates this corridor on the LGV Mediterranee and the wider French high-speed network. It is the key route for travelers connecting Marseille with northern France and onward SNCF services.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Marseille?

Book train tickets to and from Marseille on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting Marseille Saint-Charles or another listed station, comparing TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, and Intercites options, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Marseille services, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, and Christmas. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

Do high-speed trains serve Marseille?

Yes. Marseille Saint-Charles is served by TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed trains operated by SNCF Voyageurs. These services link Marseille with the French high-speed network via the LGV Mediterranee. Marseille also has TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur regional trains for shorter trips and Intercites services on selected conventional long-distance routes across southern France.

What are the main train stations in Marseille?

Marseille Saint-Charles is the city's main long-distance station and handles TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Intercites, and TER services. Marseille Blancarde is a regional station on the eastern side of the city, mainly used by TER trains. Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence is outside central Marseille and serves airport-area rail access with a shuttle connection to Marseille Provence Airport.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Marseille?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains from Marseille require reserved seats, so passengers choose a specific departure when booking. Intercites services may also include compulsory or recommended reservations depending on the route. TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur regional trains usually use open seating with no seat assignment. For summer coastal travel and Paris services, booking ahead reduces the risk of limited availability.

What are the main train connections to and from Marseille?

Marseille connects with Paris in around 3h15m by TGV INOUI or OUIGO, Lyon in about 1h40m, Avignon in about 35m, and Aix-en-Provence TGV in around 12m. Along the Mediterranean corridors, trains link Marseille with Toulon in around 45m, Nice in about 2h35m, Montpellier in around 1h35m, and Nimes in about 1h10m.

How do I get from Marseille to the airport by train?

Marseille Provence Airport is served by Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence station, located outside central Marseille on the TER network. Regional trains run between Marseille Saint-Charles and Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence, and passengers continue to the airport terminals by shuttle bus. When searching on Rail Monsters, check whether the airport-area station appears for your date and selected regional service.

Can I buy Marseille train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute TER tickets from Marseille are often available on the day of travel, especially for regional trips within Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur. TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and Intercites seats can sell out or become more expensive during Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Rail Monsters accepts Marseille train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps for peak travel dates.
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