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Marseille to Aix-en-Provence Train Tickets & Timetable

Marseille to Aix-en-Provence trains are TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur regional services operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Trains depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive at Aix-en-Provence Centre, with intermediate stops that may include Saint-Antoine, Septemes, Simiane, Gardanne, and Luynes depending on the service. The rail distance is about 31 km. The fastest trains take about 43 minutes, while stopping services usually take 45 to 50 minutes. Seating is standard regional second class, with no compulsory seat reservation on this route. One-way TER fares start from about €8.90 ($10 USD) for a standard adult ticket. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. There are roughly 30 to 40 departures per day in one direction on weekdays, with fewer services late in the evening and on some weekends. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

23Jun

Seats

Marseille

Aix-en-Provence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:04

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11m

05:15

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 6102

from

1210 USD

11m, Direct

05:04

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

05:15

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1210 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6102

05:12

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

12m

05:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 6102

from

1038 USD

12m, Direct

05:12

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

05:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1038 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6102

Day trains

12:00

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11m

12:11

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 6116

from

1210 USD

11m, Direct

12:00

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

12:11

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1210 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6116

12:10

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11m

12:21

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

SNCF 9866

from

1124 USD

11m, Direct

12:10

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

12:21

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1124 USD

Direct

SNCF 9866

Evening trains

18:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11m

18:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

OUI 6866

from

1210 USD

11m, Direct

18:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

18:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1210 USD

Direct

OUI 6866

19:12

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11m

19:23

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 6132

from

1210 USD

11m, Direct

19:12

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

19:23

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

1210 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6132

First train

05:04

Last train

21:03

Travel duration

11m

Daily departures

Departure station

Marseille

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Aix-en-Provence

Ticket price

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Marseille to Aix-en-Provence Route Overview

The Marseille to Aix-en-Provence train uses the classic regional line north of Marseille rather than the high-speed line to Aix-en-Provence TGV station. This distinction matters for travelers because Aix-en-Provence Centre is within walking distance of Cours Mirabeau, while Aix-en-Provence TGV is around 15 km outside the city. The route climbs out of Marseille through the northern suburbs before passing Gardanne, a town historically linked to mining and Paul Cezanne's paintings of Montagne Sainte-Victoire. TER trains on this short route are normally non-reserved, so passengers choose any available seat after boarding.

Travel time

11m

Train type

Fastest trip

10m

Longest trip

13m

Marseille

Marseille is France's main Mediterranean port and the largest city in Provence. Marseille Saint-Charles station sits above the city center at the top of its grand staircase, with metro lines, regional trains, and long-distance TGV services using the same rail hub.

Marseille St-Charles

Station

Marseille Blancarde

Station

11m

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is known for Cours Mirabeau, 17th-century mansions, fountains, and its connection with Paul Cezanne. Aix-en-Provence Centre station is just southwest of the historic core, a short walk from the Rotonde and the main shopping streets.

Aix-en-Provence TGV

Station

Aix En Provence Tgv

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Marseille to Aix-en-Provence TER trains generally offer standard second-class regional seating. Seat reservations are not used on this route, so tickets give access to the selected service or validity period according to the fare conditions. Some trainsets may include both single-deck and double-deck regional cars, with luggage racks near doors and overhead shelves above seats. First class is not consistently offered on this short TER route, and high-speed TGV classes do not apply because trains arrive at Aix-en-Provence Centre rather than Aix-en-Provence TGV.

from

$2762

Economy Class

from

$3625

Business class

Practical Information for TER Travelers

TER trains between Marseille and Aix-en-Provence are regional services with open seating and self-managed luggage. Keep bags close, especially during commuter periods.

Luggage Allowance

SNCF regional services generally allow passengers to carry luggage they can handle themselves, with no formal check-in. As a practical guide, bring no more than 2 large bags plus 1 small personal item, and avoid blocking aisles, doors, or seats.

Storage Facilities

TER trainsets on the Marseille to Aix-en-Provence route have overhead shelves for small and medium bags, open floor space near some doors, and limited larger-bag areas depending on the train type. There is no checked luggage car.

Special Items

Folded bicycles and scooters should be carried only when space permits and must not obstruct boarding areas. Full-size bicycles are accepted on many TER services subject to available space; musical instruments and sports gear must remain under passenger control.

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Marseille to Aix-en-Provence Map

The Marseille to Aix-en-Provence Centre rail route runs north from Marseille Saint-Charles on the regional line toward Gardanne and Aix. Intermediate stations can include Saint-Antoine, Septemes, Simiane, Gardanne, and Luynes. The line leaves the dense rail approaches of Marseille, passes the Etoile hills and the industrial area around Gardanne, then reaches Aix-en-Provence Centre southwest of the old town. Do not confuse this route with trains to Aix-en-Provence TGV on the LGV Mediterranee.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train links Marseille Saint-Charles with Aix-en-Provence Centre in about 43 to 50 minutes, keeping both ends close to the city center. Buses can be frequent between Marseille and Aix, but road traffic on the A7 and A51 corridors can lengthen the trip at peak times. Flying is not relevant for this 31 km regional route because there is no practical air service between the two cities and airport transfers would exceed the rail travel time. Rail is also the lower-emission choice for this short intercity trip in Provence.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11m

Price from

Departures

376

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11m

Price from

Departures

172

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11m

Price from

Departures

131

Rating

Train

AVE INT

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11m

Price from

$10

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

11m

$7-$35

Bus

Apprx.

45m

$6-$12

Flight

Apprx.

FAQ about the Marseille - Aix-en-Provence Route

How much is the train from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence?

One-way TER fares from Marseille Saint-Charles to Aix-en-Provence Centre start from about €8.90 ($10 USD) for a standard adult ticket. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long is the train from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence?

The fastest Marseille to Aix-en-Provence TER trains take about 43 minutes. Most stopping services take 45 to 50 minutes, depending on calls at stations such as Saint-Antoine, Simiane, Gardanne, and Luynes.

Is this the train to Aix-en-Provence Centre or Aix-en-Provence TGV?

Marseille to Aix-en-Provence regional trains on this route arrive at Aix-en-Provence Centre, the station near the historic core. Aix-en-Provence TGV is a separate high-speed station outside the city and is not the arrival station for these TER services.

How to book Marseille to Aix-en-Provence train tickets?

Book Marseille to Aix-en-Provence TER tickets on Rail Monsters by entering the date, selecting a departure from Marseille Saint-Charles, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing bookings.

Does a France rail pass cover Marseille to Aix-en-Provence?

Eurail and Interrail passes are generally valid on SNCF TER regional trains in France, including Marseille to Aix-en-Provence, with no seat reservation required on this route. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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