1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£75
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
2 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
3 h 9 m
Trains on 04 Sept
14
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Grenoble will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Marseille to Grenoble you need to make at least one change.
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17621Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £222.
Distance: 212 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £222 Average Price | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Marseille to Grenoble:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Grenoble costing on average £58.
A coach is £203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Grenoble costing on average £222.
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 47m.
Flight takes on average 6h 11m.
Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 3h 9m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Grenoble trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876550+ 6250+ 33146 | 6:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 10:00 Grenoble Gare Routière | 2 changes | |
9854+ 17649 | 6:34 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h35 | 10:09 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
17700 · 17570 | 6:47 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h41 | 11:28 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
4756+ 12330+ 17570 | 7:20 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h08 | 11:28 Gare de Grenoble | 2 changes | |
9583+ 17613 | 8:12 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h27 | 11:39 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
6850+ 17574 | 10:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h07 | 13:28 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
9866+ 17621 | 12:12 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h27 | 15:39 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
876558+ 6204+ 17580 | 12:16 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h11 | 16:27 Gare de Grenoble | 2 changes | |
9752+ 17699 | 13:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h23 | 17:09 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
5386+ 17627 | 14:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h33 | 18:09 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
12182+ 17584 | 15:56 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h32 | 18:28 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
876562+ 6873+ 17592 | 16:21 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h07 | 20:28 Gare de Grenoble | 2 changes | |
876566+ 6875+ 17596 | 18:22 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h06 | 22:28 Gare de Grenoble | 2 changes | |
6852+ 17598 | 20:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h15 | 23:29 Gare de Grenoble | 1 change | |
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Trains from Marseille to Grenoble run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
Major fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture, modern works and ancient collections in a bright building beside the river.
Museum in a former convent exploring Dauphiné’s history, local traditions and mountain culture through varied regional collections.
Contemporary art centre showing rotating exhibitions by French and international artists, ideal for visitors seeking current creative work.
Iconic spherical cable cars climb to the Bastille for superb city and mountain views, giving Grenoble one of its classic visitor experiences.
Historic pedestrian square in the old town, surrounded by terraces and old buildings, with a lively atmosphere day and evening.
Riverside green park known for broad lawns, sculptures and mountain views, perfect for a relaxed walk close to the city centre.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream, garlic and local cheese from the Dauphiné. It is a classic comfort dish closely tied to Grenoble’s region.
Small square ravioli from the Dauphiné, traditionally filled with Comté, parsley and fromage blanc. A historic regional pasta served baked or gratinated.
A walnut tart made with Grenoble walnuts, prized for their PDO status. It showcases one of the area’s most famous agricultural products.
Refined city-centre dining with seasonal French cooking and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant known for regional dishes, Alpine comfort food and a warm, old-fashioned dining room.
Popular casual venue for local mountain fare, charcuterie and cheese-based dishes in a cosy atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, while local transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up slightly; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Grenoble trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Gare de Grenoble station pair, with some services arriving at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Grenoble 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
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.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
Gare de Grenoble 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
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