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Museum der bildenden Künste
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£175
Fastest journey
11 h 7 m
Average duration
11 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1037 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Leipzig will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
To travel from Marseille to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
TGV 9583+
ICE 834 · ICE 502
TGV 9583+
ICE 2584
9591+
9898 · 9854
9591+
6136
9591+
9898 · 9854
9591+
6136
TGV 9583+
ICE 834 · ICE 502
TGV 9583+
ICE 2584Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 1037 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£134 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest | £259 Average Price |
11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 52m Average total duration 23h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9591+ 6136 | 6:03 Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h38 | 17:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
9591+ 9898 · 9854 | 6:34 Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h07 | 17:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 2 changes | |
TGV 9583+ ICE 2584 | On time 8:12 Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h57 | 21:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
TGV 9583+ ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 8:12 Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h52 | 20:04 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Marseille to Leipzig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 16:41. The fastest train covers the 1037 km distance in 10h 57m.
Distance 1037 km |
Average train duration 11h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 57m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 16:41 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Museum in Bach’s former home, presenting manuscripts, instruments and his life in Leipzig. Essential for music lovers.
Museum of printing, design and book culture in a historic industrial setting. Especially rewarding for visitors interested in crafts and media history.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades and markets. A natural base for exploring the old town on foot.
Elegant passage linking city-centre streets with shops, architecture and a striking glass roof. One of Leipzig’s signature urban walks.
Canal-side former industrial district now known for galleries, studios and street art. Popular for a slower local walk beyond the centre.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often finished with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting regional staple found in Leipzig homes and traditional inns.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from the Leipzig area, traditionally served simply to highlight local river and lake produce.
Leipzig’s best-known vegetable dish: peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, classically enriched with crayfish and butter. A historic local speciality.
Elegant restaurant in the Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof offering refined modern cuisine in a polished central setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted setting popular for traditional Leipzig dining.
Well-known restaurant focusing on Saxon and German specialities with a cosy, traditional interior near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining and public transport are often a little cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Leipzig trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Leipzig 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.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Allee-Center is 5 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Allee-Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Grünauer Krug, Apollon, Alte Salzstraße, Restaurant Dubrovnik
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Allee-Center. ATMs are available at Leipzig Allee-Center.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Allee-Center. Information desks are available at Leipzig Allee-Center.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Allee-Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Allee-Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Allee-Center: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Allee-Center.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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