- Must visit
Musée Jean Cocteau - Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Menton
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£37
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
3 h 37 m
Trains on 20 Oct
15
Distance
179 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Menton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
To travel from Marseille to Menton you need to make at least one change.
6805+
8603710:183h48Marseille Saint-Charles14:06Menton station£371One-way1 change- 17479 · 8604511:563h41Marseille Saint-Charles15:37Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 17477 · 8603910:573h41Marseille Saint-Charles14:38Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 17489 · 8606916:573h40Marseille Saint-Charles20:37Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 17471 · 860257:573h39Marseille Saint-Charles11:36Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 17481 · 8604912:573h35Marseille Saint-Charles16:32Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 6173+8604712:283h37Marseille Saint-Charles16:05Menton station£471One-way1 change
- 6175+8605313:283h38Marseille Saint-Charles17:06Menton station£471One-way1 change
- 17483 · 8605513:573h38Marseille Saint-Charles17:35Menton station£411One-way1 change
- 17467 · 860155:573h38Marseille Saint-Charles9:35Menton station£411One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Menton
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Trains from Marseille to Menton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 3h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Live departures
Marseille to Menton train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Menton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17467 · 86015 | 5:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 9:35 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17469 · 86019 | 6:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 10:36 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17471 · 86025 | 7:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 11:36 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17473 · 86033 | 8:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h10 | 13:07 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17475 · 86035 | 9:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 13:36 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 6805+86037 | 10:18 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h48 | 14:06 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17477 · 86039 | 10:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h41 | 14:38 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17479 · 86045 | 11:56 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h41 | 15:37 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 6173+86047 | 12:28 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h37 | 16:05 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17481 · 86049 | 12:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h35 | 16:32 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 6175+86053 | 13:28 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 17:06 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17483 · 86055 | 13:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 17:35 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17485 · 86059 | 14:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 18:35 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17487 · 86065 | 15:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 19:35 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 17489 · 86069 | 16:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h40 | 20:37 Menton station | 1 change | |
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Train companies: ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Marseille to Menton trainsZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille and Menton from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£25
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
ZOU!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ZOU! Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ZOU! Price
£39
ZOU! frequency
9 a day
Complete guide to Menton
Things to do in Menton
Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts du Palais de Carnolès
Fine arts museum in the former Carnolès palace, showing paintings from the thirteenth to twentieth centuries and a noted citrus garden.
- Recommended
Musée de Préhistoire Régionale
Regional prehistory museum with finds from nearby caves, explaining early human life on the Riviera in a compact central setting.
- Must visit
Promenade du Soleil
Menton’s broad seaside promenade, popular for walking, beach access and views across the bay towards the old town and Italy.
- Must visit
Vieille Ville de Menton
Historic old quarter of steep lanes, pastel houses and stairways leading to the basilica and cemetery, full of local character.
- Recommended
Jardins Biovès
Large seafront garden with lawns, sculptures and palm trees, offering an easy central walk beside the beach and festival areas.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Socca
Chickpea flour pancake baked crisp in a wood oven. A Ligurian-style street food long loved on the Menton coast.
- Vegetarian
Barbajuans
A Menton speciality tart of Swiss chard, rice, eggs and Parmesan, sometimes with herbs. It reflects the town’s Riviera and Italian influences.
- Vegetarian
Barbagiuan
Small fried pastries filled traditionally with Swiss chard and ricotta or rice. They are a classic snack in Menton and nearby Riviera towns.
Mirazur
Refined dining focused on seasonal Mediterranean produce and polished French cooking, suited to a longer evening meal.
La Crêpe À L'Envers
Casual crêperie and café near the seafront, good for sweet and savoury crêpes, galettes and light meals.
Le Petit Prince
Popular traditional restaurant for Menton and Niçois specialities, with a cosy old-town feel and dependable local cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the French Riviera: stays and dining cost more than inland France, but local buses, trains and simple cafés can keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food, bakery items or a simple lunch menu.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for an espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Bus On Time
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
- €7
To the city centre
Menton -> Mairie de Menton
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Menton Centre station is in the heart of the city, about 5 minutes on foot from the seafront.
- The city-centre shuttle is free. Buy other local bus tickets from the Zest sales point at Menton coach station.
Best day trips from Menton by train
The most popular day trips by train from Menton are Nice, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Cannes, Ventimiglia and Sanremo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Menton on Omio.
Day trip from Menton to Nice by train
Why visit Nice for the day?
Nice is a Mediterranean city on the Côte d'Azur known for the Promenade des Anglais and Vieux Nice. Pebble beaches, busy markets and French-Italian character give it a relaxed but lively feel.
How to get from Menton to Nice by train?
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 28m.
Day trip from Menton to Monaco - Monte-Carlo by train
Why visit Monaco - Monte-Carlo for the day?
Monaco - Monte-Carlo is known for its grand casino, luxury hotels and Formula 1 glamour on the Riviera. Its steep streets, Belle Époque buildings and sea views give the district a polished but vivid character.
How to get from Menton to Monaco - Monte-Carlo by train?
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Menton to Cannes by train
Why visit Cannes for the day?
Cannes is a refined Riviera city on the Côte d’Azur, known for the Cannes Film Festival and the seafront promenade of La Croisette. Behind its polished image, Le Suquet and local markets add an older, more lived-in character.
How to get from Menton to Cannes by train?
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 9m.
Day trip from Menton to Ventimiglia by train
Why visit Ventimiglia for the day?
Ventimiglia is a Ligurian border town known for its Friday market, seafront and medieval old quarter. Between the sea and the Roja valley, it mixes Italian and French influences with Roman remains and a practical local feel.
How to get from Menton to Ventimiglia by train?
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Menton to Sanremo by train
Why visit Sanremo for the day?
Sanremo is a Ligurian seaside city known for the Sanremo Music Festival, its casino and flower-growing heritage. A palm-lined promenade, grand villas and the steep lanes of La Pigna give it an elegant but grounded character.
How to get from Menton to Sanremo by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 22m.
FAQs: Marseille to Menton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Marseille to Menton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Marseille to Menton covers a distance of 179 km and takes approximately 3h 12m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Marseille to Menton is 179 km.
The first train from Marseille to Menton leaves at 5:31.
The last train from Marseille to Menton departs at 21:57.
Trains from Marseille to Menton run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Marseille to Menton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Marseille to Menton.
There is no night train service from Marseille to Menton.
The train station in Marseille that goes to Menton is Marseille Saint-Charles, and it arrives at Menton station.
Booking trains from Marseille to Menton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Marseille to Menton is quite scenic, passing through picturesque landscapes, coastal views along the French Riviera, charming villages, and lush countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Marseille to Menton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Menton
Most Marseille to Menton trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Menton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Marseille
Arrival train stations in Menton
Which Marseille station do trains to Menton leave from?
Trains from Marseille to Menton leave from Marseille Saint-Charles. The station is 1 km from Marseille city centre at Square Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France.
Marseille Saint-CharlesSquare Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France+33 4950491012
City-centre transport
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Bus52, 509, Bm2 · 6m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayM2 · 1m · £2 · every ~22 min
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.
Marseille-BlancardeSquare Stalingrad, 13004 Marseille, France+33 892 35 35 35
City-centre transport
Getting to Marseille-Blancarde from Marseille city centre
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
MetroLine 1
TramwayLine T1
BusSeveral lines available
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.
Which Menton station do trains from Marseille arrive at?
Trains from Marseille to Menton most often arrive at Menton. Some services arrive at Menton Garavan, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Menton arrival station.
MentonAvenue de la Gare, 06500 Menton, France+33 4 93 35 77 77
City-centre transport
Getting to Menton from Menton city centre
Bus7S, Ne · 5m · £2 · every ~4 min
1, 2, 3, 6, 8, Ne · 7m · £2 · every ~14 min
Menton train station facilities and services
Menton 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: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton GaravanAvenue de la Gare, 06500 Menton, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Menton Garavan from Menton city centre
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3 · 3m · every ~7 min
Bus1, 18, 8 · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min
Menton Garavan train station facilities and services
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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