The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Marseille
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Marseille will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barcelona for Marseille every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 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.
0972516:315h02Barcelona Sants21:33Marseille Saint-Charles£861One-way0 changes
4657+
97089:265h18Barcelona Sants14:44Marseille Saint-Charles£1041One-way1 change
9706 · 531616:246h00Barcelona Sants22:24Marseille Saint-Charles£1391One-way1 change
0972516:315h02Barcelona Sants21:33Marseille Saint-Charles£861One-way0 changes
4657+
97089:265h18Barcelona Sants14:44Marseille Saint-Charles£1041One-way1 change
9706 · 531616:246h00Barcelona Sants22:24Marseille Saint-Charles£1391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 339 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9708+ 4657 | 9:26 Barcelona Sants | 5h18 | 14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9706 · 5316 | 16:24 Barcelona Sants | 6h00 | 22:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
09725 | On time 16:31 Barcelona Sants | 5h02 | 21:33 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Marseille by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Barcelona to Marseille trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Marseille.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Marseille.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Marseille.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Marseille
Trains from Barcelona to Marseille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 339 km distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 339 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Marseille trainsAVE, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Marseille from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Barcelona to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Marseille
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- 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
- 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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