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Musée Ciotaden
Cinema museum inside the Eden, presenting La Ciotat’s links with early film. A strong choice for visitors interested in culture and screen history.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 15 Sept
12
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat you need to make at least one change.
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881645Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 41 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat costing on average £16.
Other travel options to La Ciotat take longer:
Train takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (46m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6801+ 881615 | 8:02 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h04 | 9:06 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
6805+ 881419 | 9:52 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h14 | 11:06 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
5102+ 881625 | 10:34 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h01 | 11:35 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
6103+ 881427 | 10:44 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h22 | 12:06 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
6107+ 881443 | 12:44 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h22 | 14:06 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
5332+ 881447 | 13:12 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h23 | 14:35 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
6109+ 881639 | 13:44 Aix-en-Provence TGV | 1h21 | 15:05 La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 1 change | |
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Take a train from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat and enjoy the approximately 41 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 21:52 |
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Discover the best of La Ciotat — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Ciotat trip today.
Cinema museum inside the Eden, presenting La Ciotat’s links with early film. A strong choice for visitors interested in culture and screen history.
Exhibition space devoted to local shipbuilding heritage and tools. It gives useful context before or after exploring the former shipyard district.
Contemporary art venue in a former chapel, hosting temporary exhibitions in an atmospheric setting. Good for a brief cultural stop in the old centre.
Old harbour lined with boats, quays, and historic streets. It is the essential place for a first walk and captures La Ciotat’s maritime character.
Large seafront park with gardens, lawns, and coastal views. Popular for strolls, family time, and a relaxed pause near the beaches and harbour.
Dramatic coastal viewpoint over cliffs and sea near the Route des Crêtes. Visit for wide panoramas and one of the area’s most memorable outlooks.
A Provençal fish stew with Mediterranean rockfish, shellfish and saffron broth, traditionally shared along the coast near La Ciotat.
A rich fish soup from Provence, usually served with rouille and croutons. It reflects the area’s long fishing tradition.
A chickpea flour flatbread baked until crisp outside and soft within. A classic snack around Marseille and the Provençal coast.
Refined dining focused on Mediterranean flavours and seafood, suited to a longer meal in an elegant setting by the sea.
Popular casual spot for Provençal and Mediterranean cooking near the harbour, with a friendly atmosphere and local staples.
Traditional seafood restaurant on the old port, known for fish dishes and a relaxed Provençal harbour atmosphere.
Moderate for the French Riviera area: rooms and dining cost less than Nice or Cannes, but summer prices rise. Local buses are fairly cheap.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat 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 La Ciotat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aix-en-Provence to La Ciotat trains use the Aix-en-Provence TGV to La Ciotat - Ceyreste station pair. Use this guide to compare Aix-en-Provence and La Ciotat train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aix-en-Provence TGV is 13 km from Aix-en-Provence city centre. Public transport options include:
Aix-en-Provence TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL, Selecta
Free unlimited Wi-Fi available in Hall A and its 2 mezzanines and in Hall B. ATMs are located on forecourt A on the exterior facade of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 11:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office, located in Hall A.
Available at Aix-en-Provence TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aix-en-Provence TGV: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aix-en-Provence TGV: Magnetic induction loop, wheelchair service, wheelchair access, elevators, barrier-free toilets. Assistance offered by Accès Plus at station.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Résidence Cabriès, ibis Budget Marseille Vitrolles, Best Western Hotel de l'Arbois.
La Ciotat - Ceyreste is 3 km from La Ciotat city centre. Public transport options include:
La Ciotat - Ceyreste has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Ramps, restrooms.
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