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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Marseille
Cheapest price
£145
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
9 h 26 m
Average duration
9 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
442 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Marseille will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £145.
To travel from Cologne to Marseille you need to make at least one change.
Live departures
Cologne to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:20 Koeln Hbf | 9h26 | 21:46 Marseille | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Marseille
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Trains from Cologne to Marseille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £145 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 12:20, the last at 12:20. The fastest train covers the 442 km distance in 9h 26m.
Distance 442 km |
Average train duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £145 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 26m |
First train 12:20 |
Last train 12:20 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Marseille trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Marseille from £145. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Cologne to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
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