- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Museum of fine arts in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and a notable cedar garden.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Tours
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Oct
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£106
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£147
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
5 h 46 m
Trains on 15 Oct
9
Distance
584 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Tours will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £106.
Fast trains
To travel from Marseille to Tours you need to make at least one change.
5772+
86055121:3112h14Marseille-Blancarde9:45Tours station£1061One-way1 change
6106 · 83037:036h42Marseille Saint-Charles13:45Tours station£1111One-way1 change- 6102 · 8445+1054375:116h04Marseille Saint-Charles11:15Tours station£1121One-way2 changes
- 5376 · 5224+1053777:365h51Marseille Saint-Charles13:27Tours station£1231One-way2 changes
- 6168+860537+
42453718:477h18Marseille Saint-Charles2:05Tours station£1321One-way2 changes
- 6174 · 831312:465h15Marseille Saint-Charles18:01Tours station£2611One-way1 change
- 9896 · 5358+10735915:565h49Marseille Saint-Charles21:45Tours station£1771One-way2 changes
- 5376 · 5224+1053777:365h51Marseille Saint-Charles13:27Tours station£1231One-way2 changes
- 6176+86056514:475h53Marseille Saint-Charles20:40Tours station£1351One-way1 change
- 6102 · 8445+1054375:116h04Marseille Saint-Charles11:15Tours station£1121One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Tours
FranceFrance
Trains from Marseille to Tours run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 584 km distance in 4h 18m.
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 £25
Distance 584 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 £25
Live departures
Marseille to Tours train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Tours trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6176+860565 | On time 14:47 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h53 | 20:40 Tours station | 1 change | |
| 6122 · 8321 | On time 15:03 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h48 | 20:51 Tours station | 1 change | |
| 6122 · 8393+860565 | On time 15:03 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h37 | 20:40 Tours station | 2 changes | |
| 12374 · 8347+105347 | 16:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h11 | 22:15 Tours station | 2 changes | |
| 6168+424537+860537 | 18:47 Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h18 | 2:05 Tours station | 2 changes | |
| 5772+860551 | On time 21:31 Marseille-Blancarde | 12h14 | 9:45 Tours station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
| 6102 · 8445+105437 | 5:11 Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h04 | 11:15 Tours station | 2 changes | |
| 6106 · 8303 | 7:03 Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h42 | 13:45 Tours station | 1 change | |
| 5376 · 5224+105377 | 7:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h51 | 13:27 Tours station | 2 changes | |
| 6174 · 8313 | 12:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h15 | 18:01 Tours station | 1 change | |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER from Marseille to Tours trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER trains will get you between Marseille and Tours from £25. 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
4h 18m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£53
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
9 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
SNCF | Intercités
About
SNCF Intercités is the brand used by France's national railway company, SNCF, for its non-high-speed, long and medium-distance services on the classic rail network. Established in 2006, it encompasses routes not served by the TGV network, including both day and overnight trains. Intercités connects major regional cities and offers an alternative for destinations not on the high-speed lines, such as Paris to Clermont-Ferrand, Bordeaux to Marseille, and Nantes to Lyon. These trains are known for being comfortable and air-conditioned, with services like luggage space and, on some lines, Wi-Fi.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Intercités Duration
6h 49m
Cheapest SNCF | Intercités Price
£89
SNCF | Intercités frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Luggage racks at the end of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled by SNCF
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar-buffet car with snacks and drinks, or trolley service depending on route
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, additional fee applies. Free in 1st class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance service must be booked 48h in advance
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
About
SNCF Intercités de nuit is the regular overnight train service offered by France's national railway company, SNCF, since 2012. These trains, primarily using Corail coaches, provide a time-effective way to travel across France, connecting Paris to various destinations in the south, including the Alps, the Côte d'Azur, and the Pyrenees. Passengers can choose from reclining seats, 6-berth couchettes in second class, or 4-berth couchettes in first class, with the option to book an entire compartment for privacy. Services can include Wi-Fi, pre-ordered meals, and even shower access at select stations for first-class travelers. Popular routes include Paris to Nice, Toulouse, Briançon, and Lourdes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Intercités de nuit Duration
9h 46m
Cheapest SNCF | Intercités de nuit Price
£60
SNCF | Intercités de nuit frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Luggage racks at the end of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Vending machine with snacks and drinks available
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding/disembarking
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
TER
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TER Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest TER Price
£93
TER frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Tours
Things to do in Tours
Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
- Recommended
Musée du Compagnonnage
Museum dedicated to the Compagnonnage craft traditions, showing tools, models and skilled workmanship in a historic abbey setting.
- Recommended
Centre de Création Contemporaine Olivier Debré
Contemporary art centre hosting changing exhibitions in a converted historic building. A good stop for current regional and international art.
- Must visit
Vieux Tours
Historic quarter with narrow lanes, timber-framed houses and small squares. Ideal for wandering and discovering medieval Tours.
- Recommended
Rue Colbert
Lively pedestrian street through the old town, known for historic façades, independent shops and an easy walk between major sights.
- Recommended
Jardin botanique de Tours
Botanical garden with themed plant collections, greenhouses and shaded walks. A pleasant local favourite for a calm break from sightseeing.
- Gluten-free
Rillettes de Tours
Rillettes de Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. They are richer and more textured than many rillettes and are a classic speciality of Touraine.
- Gluten-free
Rillons de Touraine
Rillons de Touraine are cubes of pork belly or loin slowly confited until tender and caramelised. They are a traditional charcuterie staple in Tours and the Loire Valley.
- Gluten-free
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is a log-shaped goat’s cheese with a straw through the centre. It is one of the Loire’s best-known cheeses and closely tied to the Touraine area.
L'Accalmie
Elegant restaurant for refined French cooking with a calm, polished setting in central Tours. Good choice for a special meal focused on seasonal produce.
Les Bartavelles
Smart dining room known for contemporary French cuisine and careful presentation. Suits diners seeking a more formal dinner in Tours.
Le Bistrot des Belles Caves
Popular traditional bistro serving hearty French dishes and regional wines in a lively, classic brasserie atmosphere near the old town.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France. Hotels, dining and local transport are usually manageable, though central stays and tourist dining cost more than in smaller Loire Valley towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Fil Bleu
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.80
- Day pass
- €4.90
To the city centre
Tours Airport -> Gare de Tours, Tours
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Buy and validate a Fil Bleu ticket on every boarding. The official Fil Bleu app sells m-tickets, including 1-trip and 24-hour tickets.
- A contactless ticket can be reloaded at ticket machines, the sales office and on buses for selected fares. Taxi fares from Tours Airport to the centre are officially indicated as €15–€30.
FAQs: Marseille to Tours train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Marseille to Tours can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £137.
The train journey from Marseille to Tours covers a distance of 584 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Marseille to Tours is 584 km.
The first train from Marseille to Tours leaves at 5:16.
The last train from Marseille to Tours departs at 22:06.
Trains from Marseille to Tours run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Marseille to Tours.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Marseille to Tours.
Yes, there is a night train from Marseille to Tours.
The train station in Marseille that goes to Tours is Marseille Saint-Charles, and it arrives at Tours station.
Booking trains from Marseille to Tours in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Marseille to Tours offers passengers scenic views of the picturesque French countryside, including rolling vineyards, charming villages, and the lush landscapes of the Loire Valley, making it a visually appealing experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Marseille to Tours.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Tours
Most Marseille to Tours trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Tours 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 Tours
Which Marseille station do trains to Tours leave from?
Trains from Marseille to Tours 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 Tours station do trains from Marseille arrive at?
Trains from Marseille to Tours most often arrive at Tours. Some services arrive at Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Tours arrival station.
Tours1 Place du Général Leclerc, 37000 Tours, France+33 2 47 05 47 47
City-centre transport
Getting to Tours from Tours city centre
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus5, 50 · 8m · every ~11 min
Tours train station facilities and services
Tours 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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