The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Marseille
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Marseille will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 14 trains that leave Bordeaux for Marseille every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 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 28 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.
466516:126h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:39Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
466314:106h26Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:36Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
46556:106h26Bordeaux-Saint-Jean12:36Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
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1226617:4512h48Bordeaux-Saint-Jean6:33Marseille-Blancarde£1881One-way1 change
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854217:4512h48Bordeaux-Saint-Jean6:33Marseille-Blancarde£1931One-way1 change
466314:106h26Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:36Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
46556:106h26Bordeaux-Saint-Jean12:36Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
466516:126h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:39Marseille Saint-Charles£851One-way0 changes
12254 · 617710:476h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean17:14Marseille Saint-Charles£2781One-way1 change
12260 · 615314:466h28Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:14Marseille Saint-Charles£1991One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 506 km
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£73 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4657 | 8:07 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h37 | 14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
8504 · 6177 | 10:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h27 | 17:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8534 · 6117 | 12:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h42 | 18:54 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
12268 · 6121 | 12:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h11 | 19:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4665 | 16:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h27 | 22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Marseille
Trains from Bordeaux to Marseille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux to Marseille trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bordeaux and Marseille from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux and Marseille
Most Bordeaux to Marseille trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do trains to Marseille leave from?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
Which Marseille station do trains from Bordeaux arrive at?
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Getting to Marseille-Blancarde from Marseille city centre
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde train station facilities and services
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Getting to Arenc-Euroméditerranée from Marseille city centre
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée train station facilities and services
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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