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Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Mans to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Marseille will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 10 trains from Le Mans to Marseille, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 660 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
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Trains from Le Mans to Marseille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 660 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 660 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 22:07 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Le Mans to Marseille.
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5332 | 8:34 Le Mans station | 4h50 | 13:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
8052 · 6109 | 8:48 Le Mans station | 5h11 | 13:59 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8868 · 6115 | 12:26 Le Mans station | 5h31 | 17:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
5336 · 9830 | 13:31 Le Mans station | 5h15 | 18:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8874 · 6121 | 14:26 Le Mans station | 5h31 | 19:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
12472 · 6127 | 16:26 Le Mans station | 5h31 | 21:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
5460 · 5316 | 16:33 Le Mans station | 5h51 | 22:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
5288 · 5316 | 16:57 Le Mans station | 5h27 | 22:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8880 · 6129 | 17:26 Le Mans station | 5h31 | 22:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
5320 · 5124 | 18:30 Le Mans station | 5h18 | 23:48 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
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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 Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Marseille trains use the Le Mans to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Le Mans and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Le Mans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Un des Sens, Le Grenier à Sel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Mans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Mans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Mans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Le Mans Centre, Ibis Le Mans Centre, Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare.
Le Mans, Hôpital is 2 km from Le Mans city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Mans, Hôpital has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available in the station. ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans, Hôpital.
Available at Le Mans, Hôpital: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans, Hôpital: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
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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