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Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
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8874 · 6121
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12466 · 6619 · 12530
8874 · 6171 · 5537
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8808 · 6111
8874 · 6121Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 696 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£127 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Marseille trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12476 · 6137 | On time 18:04 Nantes station | 6h53 | 0:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
5300+ 9756 | 4:50 Nantes station | 7h20 | 12:10 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8808 · 6111 | 8:07 Nantes station | 6h50 | 14:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
12492 · 6115 | 11:04 Nantes station | 6h53 | 17:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
12466 · 6117 | 12:09 Nantes station | 6h45 | 18:54 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
12466 · 6619 · 12530 | 12:09 Nantes station | 6h37 | 18:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
5306 · 5537 | 12:44 Nantes station | 7h01 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8874 · 6121 | 13:04 Nantes station | 6h53 | 19:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
8874 · 6171 · 5537 | 13:04 Nantes station | 6h41 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
12472 · 6127 | 15:04 Nantes station | 6h53 | 21:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
858358+ 8086 · 6129 | 15:09 Nantes station | 7h48 | 22:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Nantes to Marseille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 22:07 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Contemporary art museum in Borély Park, showing modern and post-war works in a bright, updated setting.
Fine arts museum in the Palais Longchamp, featuring paintings, sculptures, and decorative works from several centuries.
Historic harbour lined with boats, quays, and ferries; a lively base for walks, views, and city atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking the Old Port and central districts, busy with shops, façades, and everyday city life.
Popular seafront corniche with coastal panoramas, beaches, and an easy walk or drive between key viewpoints.
A rich Provençal fish stew from Marseille, made with Mediterranean rockfish and served with rouille and bread. It is the city’s signature dish.
A garlicky emulsion of olive oil and salt, traditionally served with salt cod and vegetables. A staple of Provençal and Marseille home cooking.
A saffron-scented rice dish cooked with squid, mussels and other seafood. It reflects Marseille’s port heritage and Mediterranean flavours.
Refined seafood restaurant by the Vallon des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and polished service in a classic Marseille setting.
Simple, well-known spot in L’Estaque for panisses and other local fried snacks, with an unfussy and authentic neighbourhood feel.
Busy traditional address near the Old Port serving Provençal specialities and seafood in a lively, historic brasserie atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, but summer stays and seafront areas raise costs. Public transport is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
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Marseille Saint-Charles -> Vieux-Port, Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Marseille 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 Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Marseille trains use the Gare de Nantes to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Nantes 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 options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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