097308:014h35Marseille Saint-Charles12:36Barcelona Sants£1251One-way0 changes
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971515:266h06Marseille Saint-Charles21:32Barcelona Sants£1671One-way1 change
097308:014h35Marseille Saint-Charles12:36Barcelona Sants£1251One-way0 changes
4764+
971515:266h06Marseille Saint-Charles21:32Barcelona Sants£1671One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Barcelona
The cheapest option from Marseille to Barcelona is coach, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Barcelona among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 339 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£101 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest option | £253 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Marseille to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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09730 | Delayed 6:04 8:01Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h35 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
4764+ 9715 | 15:26 Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h06 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe or SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Barcelona
Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Marseille to Barcelona, including 1 direct trains, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 339 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 339 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Lowest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Renfe Viajeros from Marseille to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Marseille and Barcelona from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Marseille to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Barcelona
Most Marseille to Barcelona trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Marseille station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Getting to Marseille-Blancarde from Marseille city centre
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Getting to Arenc-Euroméditerranée from Marseille city centre
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée train station facilities and services
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Marseille arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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