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Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Trains from Florence to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 476 km distance in 8h 22m.
Distance 476 km |
Average train duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 8h 22m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 20:25 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
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Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Contemporary art museum in Borély Park, showing modern and post-war works in a bright, updated setting.
Fine arts museum in the Palais Longchamp, featuring paintings, sculptures, and decorative works from several centuries.
Historic harbour lined with boats, quays, and ferries; a lively base for walks, views, and city atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking the Old Port and central districts, busy with shops, façades, and everyday city life.
Popular seafront corniche with coastal panoramas, beaches, and an easy walk or drive between key viewpoints.
A rich Provençal fish stew from Marseille, made with Mediterranean rockfish and served with rouille and bread. It is the city’s signature dish.
A garlicky emulsion of olive oil and salt, traditionally served with salt cod and vegetables. A staple of Provençal and Marseille home cooking.
A saffron-scented rice dish cooked with squid, mussels and other seafood. It reflects Marseille’s port heritage and Mediterranean flavours.
Refined seafood restaurant by the Vallon des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and polished service in a classic Marseille setting.
Simple, well-known spot in L’Estaque for panisses and other local fried snacks, with an unfussy and authentic neighbourhood feel.
Busy traditional address near the Old Port serving Provençal specialities and seafood in a lively, historic brasserie atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, but summer stays and seafront areas raise costs. Public transport is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
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Marseille Saint-Charles -> Vieux-Port, Marseille
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

Most Florence to Marseille trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Florence and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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 options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi 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 options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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 options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
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 storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
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