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Musée océanographique de Monaco
Museum inside Monaco's oceanographic institute, with aquariums and marine displays in a dramatic cliffside building close to Cap-d'Ail.
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
To travel from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 170 km
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£38 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Cap-d'Ail trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:18 Marseille | 3h21 | 13:39 Cap-d'ail | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:28 Marseille | 3h12 | 15:40 Cap-d'ail | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:28 Marseille | 3h13 | 16:41 Cap-d'ail | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:28 Marseille | 3h11 | 20:39 Cap-d'ail | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:01 Marseille | 11h08 | 6:09 Cap-d'ail | 1 change |
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Trains from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Discover the best of Cap-d'Ail — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cap-d'Ail trip today.
Museum inside Monaco's oceanographic institute, with aquariums and marine displays in a dramatic cliffside building close to Cap-d'Ail.
Municipal villa museum presenting Cap-d'Ail history, Belle Époque life and temporary exhibitions in an elegant historic residence.
Contemporary art venue in Monaco's Fontvieille district, known for a large private collection and changing exhibitions in a modern setting.
Pebble beach beneath steep cliffs, valued for clear water and a scenic setting close to the old coastal path and station.
Seafront district centred on Cap-d'Ail's beach, popular for swimming, coastal scenery and access to the dramatic cliff path.
Lookout on the heights above Cap-d'Ail, appreciated for sweeping Riviera panoramas and a quieter alternative to busier viewpoints nearby.
A Niçoise chickpea flatbread baked crisp in a wood oven. A classic Riviera street food eaten plain, hot, and fresh.
A Provençal vegetable stew of tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, peppers, onions, and olive oil. It reflects the Mediterranean produce of the Côte d’Azur.
A traditional Niçoise salad with tomatoes, eggs, anchovies or tuna, olives, and raw vegetables. It is emblematic of the wider Nice area near Cap-d'Ail.
Refined Mediterranean dining with sea views in Cap-d'Ail. Best known for polished Riviera cooking and an elegant terrace setting.
Stylish hotel restaurant with Mediterranean dishes and panoramic coastal views. Suitable for a smart lunch or sunset dinner.
Well-known seaside restaurant by Marquet beach serving seafood, pizzas, and Riviera favourites in a relaxed waterfront setting.
Cap-d'Ail is pricier than many French seaside towns, with Riviera-level hotel rates, dining costs and beach spending; local rail and buses help keep transport manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Cap-d'Ail 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 Cap-d'Ail, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Cap-d'Ail trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Cap-d'Ail station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Cap-d'Ail train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Cap-d'Ail is 1 km from Cap-d'Ail city centre. Public transport options include:
Cap-d'Ail has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Eden Plage, La Pinede
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cap-d'Ail: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Miramar, Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco, Hotel Normandy.
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