1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 58 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Roanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Marseille to Roanne you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Roanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £173.
Distance: 322 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 58m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Roanne:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Roanne costing on average £59.
A coach is £125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Roanne costing on average £173.
Other travel options to Roanne take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 9m.
Flight takes on average 9h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (2h 58m by train vs 4h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Roanne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:12 Marseille | 3h31 | 15:43 Roanne | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:12 Marseille | 3h15 | 18:27 Roanne | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:56 Marseille | 3h31 | 19:27 Roanne | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:14 Marseille | 4h06 | 22:20 Roanne | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:14 Marseille | 11h17 | 7:31 Roanne | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:36 Marseille | 2h58 | 10:34 Roanne | 1 change | |
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Trains from Marseille to Roanne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 20:22 |
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Discover the best of Roanne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Roanne trip today.
Roanne’s main art and history museum, with fine arts, archaeology and regional collections in a cultured central setting.
A contemporary art venue in the museum network, presenting temporary exhibitions and a fresh look at modern visual creation.
Small museum dedicated to local textile memory, explaining an industry that shaped daily life and employment in the Roanne area.
Main pedestrian shopping street in central Roanne, good for strolling between squares, shops and everyday city life.
Central square framed by civic buildings and terraces, an easy starting point for discovering the heart of Roanne on foot.
Riverside path along the Loire, appreciated for relaxed walks, water views and a softer side of the city landscape.
Slow-cooked beef in a robust red wine sauce from the nearby Côte Roannaise, a hearty regional classic tied to local vineyards and country cooking.
The local fourme from the Monts de la Madeleine area, a creamy blue cow’s milk cheese long associated with the Roannais table and regional cheeseboards.
Pike-perch from the Loire prepared with beurre blanc or similar butter-based sauces, reflecting the river fish traditions of the Roanne area.
Established dining room serving refined seasonal French cuisine with an elegant atmosphere in central Roanne.
Well-known local restaurant for traditional Lyonnais and Roannais cooking, with a warm, classic atmosphere.
Traditional brasserie linked to the Maison Troisgros family, known for classic regional dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Lyon, while local buses and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Roanne 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 Roanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Roanne trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Roanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Roanne 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.
Roanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Demain Charette, Now Why
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roanne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Roanne Centre Gare, Le Grand Hôtel, Hotel Terminus.
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