The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Marseille
Cheapest price
£207
Average price
£244
Fastest journey
9 h 46 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
927 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Marseille will cost around £244 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £207.
To travel from Dortmund to Marseille you need to make at least one change.
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6177Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dortmund to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 927 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£148 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £199 Average Price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration Fastest 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9414+ 6111 | 04:11 Dortmund Hbf | 9h46 | 13:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9426+ 6177 | 05:58 Dortmund Hbf | 10h16 | 16:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Marseille
Trains from Dortmund to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 927 km distance in 9h 42m.
Distance 927 km |
Average train duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 42m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund to Marseille trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Marseille from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
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: Dortmund to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund and Marseille
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- 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
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