The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bordeaux-Saint-Jean for Marseille Saint-Charles every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 504 km distance in an average of 6 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 31 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 train, coach and flight for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 504 km
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£50 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles trains for today, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4657 | On time 07:07 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h37 | 13:44 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
12254 · 6177 | On time 09:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h27 | 16:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4661 | On time 11:10 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h27 | 17:37 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
8534 · 6117 | On time 11:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h40 | 17:54 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4663 | On time 13:10 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h26 | 19:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
12260 · 6153 | On time 13:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h28 | 20:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8582 · 6129 | On time 14:49 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h08 | 21:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8414 · 5320 · 5124 | On time 16:08 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h40 | 22:48 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
8416+ 5781+ 881406 | On time 16:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 13h10 | 05:56 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 12 March | |||||
![]() | 05:10 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h26 | 11:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles
Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 20:03 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles trainsSNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and Marseille Saint-Charles from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF Intercités
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Saint-Charles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and Marseille Saint-Charles
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 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





