- Must visit
Centre national du costume de scène
Leading costume museum in a restored convent, with stage, fashion and theatre collections that make it a standout visit in Moulins.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£78
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£82
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Moulins is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Moulins will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Marseille to Moulins, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Moulins among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 398 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price | £104 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Moulins:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Moulins costing on average £73.
A coach is £67 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Moulins costing on average £108.
Other travel options to Moulins take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 40m.
Flight takes on average 9h 3m.
The journey is about 1h 12m faster (4h 10m by train vs 5h 22m by car) and roughly £31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£73 vs £104). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Moulins trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:12 Marseille | 5h23 | 16:35 Moulins | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 8:21 Marseille | 6h07 | 14:28 Moulins | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:21 Marseille | 6h07 | 15:28 Moulins | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Marseille to Moulins run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Discover the best of Moulins — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Moulins trip today.
Leading costume museum in a restored convent, with stage, fashion and theatre collections that make it a standout visit in Moulins.
Art and archaeology museum in a former pavilion, noted for regional collections and the celebrated Moulins Triptych nearby.
Atmospheric 19th-century house museum preserved with rich interiors, curiosities and decorative arts near the Anne-de-Beaujeu museum.
Historic quarter around the cathedral and ducal remains, best explored on foot for old streets, architecture and local character.
Historic central square framed by civic buildings and cafés, ideal for orientation and soaking up the atmosphere of old Moulins.
Pleasant riverside green space by the Allier, popular for walking, relaxing and open views back towards the town.
Pâté aux pommes de terre is a Bourbonnais pie of sliced potatoes, cream and pastry, often served with fraîche cream. It is a regional staple of family tables.
Pompe aux grattons is a savoury brioche enriched with pork cracklings, traditionally baked in Bourbonnais and eaten warm as a rustic local speciality.
Sanciaux are thick buckwheat pancakes from Bourbonnais, usually served savoury or sweet. Traditional versions often include milk, eggs or bacon.
Casual crêperie in Moulins offering galettes, crêpes and cider in a friendly setting, good for a lighter meal or informal supper.
Traditional French restaurant in central Moulins, known for regional dishes and a warm brasserie atmosphere suitable for a relaxed meal.
Refined dining address serving seasonal French cuisine with a smart but approachable setting, suitable for a longer evening meal.
Moulins is cheaper than major French tourist cities, with lower hotel and dining prices and modest local transport costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Gare de Moulins-sur-Allier -> Place Jean Moulin, Moulins
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Moulins 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 Moulins, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Moulins trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Moulins-sur-Allier station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Moulins 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.
Moulins-sur-Allier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Guillaume, Restaurant Le 9/7
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Moulins-sur-Allier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Moulins-sur-Allier. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Moulins Centre, Hôtel de Paris, Le Clos de Bourgogne.
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