The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunkirk to Marseille
Cheapest price
£166
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
890 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunkirk to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Marseille will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £166.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dunkirk for Marseille every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 890 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dunkirk to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 890 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £137 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 33m Average total duration 18h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dunkirk to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Marseille trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
844500+ 7020 · 6111 | On time 07:00 Dunkerque | 6h56 | 13:56 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
844504+ 7032 · 6177 | On time 09:00 Dunkerque | 7h14 | 16:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
844508+ 9830 | On time 12:00 Dunkerque | 5h49 | 17:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
844506+ 7052 · 6153 | On time 13:47 Dunkerque | 6h27 | 20:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
844510+ 5135 | On time 15:00 Dunkerque | 6h04 | 21:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
7238 · 6137 | On time 17:08 Dunkerque | 6h34 | 23:42 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
7238+ 9844 · 5124 | On time 17:08 Dunkerque | 5h40 | 22:48 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
844918+ 7078 · 6137 | On time 17:12 Dunkerque | 6h30 | 23:42 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunkirk to Marseille
Trains from Dunkirk to Marseille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 890 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 890 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF from Dunkirk to Marseille trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF trains will get you between Dunkirk and Marseille from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dunkirk to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk and Marseille
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Grand Morien
- La Patatière
- 3 Brewers
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- All Suites Appart Hôtel Dunkerque
- Ibis Dunkerque Centre
- Hotel Borel
- Located in the main hall
- 722 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free city bus service
- 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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