- Must visit
Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£123
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£148
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
7 h 53 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
557 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 557 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 58 m 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 557 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£145 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price | £166 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille:
A coach is £92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille costing on average £145.
A coach is £93 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille costing on average £146.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Coach takes on average 9h 46m.
The journey is about 17m faster (6h 38m by train vs 6h 55m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£145 vs £166). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 557 km distance in 7h 23m.
Distance 557 km |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 23m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 22:00 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Marseille trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB.
Freiburg Klinikum is 1 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg Klinikum 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: Cafe Einstein, Babeuf, Paradies, Café Melange
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg Klinikum. ATMs are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Information desks are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Stadt Freiburg.
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
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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.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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