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Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£84
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£187
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
7 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
8 h 30 m
Trains on 29 Oct
61
Distance
799 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 799 km distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 799 km |
Average train duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9568+ 6111 | 6:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h34 | 14:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
STR 16 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 9580 | 8:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h29 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
9556+ 6177 | 8:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h51 | 17:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 5537 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 12177 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 9580 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 2358 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h30 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 5488 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 15h25 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 9574 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h27 | 18:54 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 12108 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h30 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 9580 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 277+ 87424+ 12177 | 8:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 277+ 87424+ 5537 | 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h55 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 277+ 87424+ 9574 · 6117 | 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h04 | 18:54 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 277+ 87424+ 12177 | 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h55 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 573+ 12177+ TGV 9574 | 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h25 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 573+ 2358 · 6123+ TGV 9574 | 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h37 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 573+ 9580+ TGV 9574 | 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h29 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 573+ 12108 · 6123+ TGV 9574 | 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h37 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 573+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h25 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
4508 · ICE 71+ 9580+ TGV 9574 | 9:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h25 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
4508 · ICE 71+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 9:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h21 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 1573+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 9:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h03 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 1573+ 12177+ TGV 9574 | 9:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h03 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 1573+ 9580+ TGV 9574 | 9:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h07 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
S5 · ICE 71+ 9580+ TGV 9574 | 9:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h52 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 71+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 9:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h48 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 71+ 12177+ TGV 9574 | 9:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h48 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 71+ 12177+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h25 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 71+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h25 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 71+ 2358 · 6123+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h37 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
4510 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 9580 | 10:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h25 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 5537 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 9580 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 12177 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 2358 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h30 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 5488 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h25 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 12108 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h30 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 12177 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h18 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 279+ 87430+ 9580 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 9590+ 2358 · 6123 | 11:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h56 | 20:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 9590+ 5537 | 11:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h44 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
ICE 9590+ 12177 | 11:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h44 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4514 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 9580 | 12:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h25 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 9580 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 9572 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h38 | 23:05 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 5488 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h25 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 5488 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h25 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 9580 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h22 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
S5 · ICE 371+ 87438+ 2454 | 12:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 18h06 | 6:33 Marseille-Blancarde | 4 changes | |
ICE 371+ 87438+ 2440 · 6127 | 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h10 | 22:00 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 371+ 87438+ 9572+ 6129 | 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h15 | 23:05 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 371+ 87438+ 2454+ 5781 | 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 17h43 | 6:33 Marseille-Blancarde | 3 changes | |
ICE 577 · ICE 9572+ 5488 · 5124 | On time 13:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h32 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 changes | |
ICE 577 · ICE 9572+ 2454+ 5781 | On time 13:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 17h13 | 6:33 Marseille-Blancarde | 3 changes | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107+ 5488 · 5124 | On time 13:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h32 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4 changes | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107+ TGV 9580 | On time 13:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h29 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
ICE 107+ TGV 9580 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h58 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
S5 · ICE 373+ 87446+ 2454 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h06 | 6:33 Marseille-Blancarde | 4 changes | |
S5 · ICE 373+ 87446+ 2454 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h29 | 6:56 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5 changes | |
S5 · ICE 373+ 87446+ 12130 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 17h12 | 7:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5 changes | |
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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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Marseille trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
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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