- Must visit
Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Marseille will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nîmes for Marseille every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
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4657Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 102 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Marseille trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4651 | On time 9:27 Nîmes station | 1h08 | 10:35 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4655 | On time 11:26 Nîmes station | 1h10 | 12:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4657 | On time 13:26 Nîmes station | 1h18 | 14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4659 | 15:27 Nîmes station | 1h10 | 16:37 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4661 | 17:26 Nîmes station | 1h11 | 18:37 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4663 | 19:26 Nîmes station | 1h10 | 20:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
09725 | On time 20:26 Nîmes station | 1h04 | 21:30 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4665 | 21:28 Nîmes station | 1h11 | 22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nîmes to Marseille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 21:29 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 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 Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Marseille trains use the Nîmes to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at L'Estaque. Use this guide to compare Nîmes and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nîmes 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 Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Césaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Césaire has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Césaire.
ATMs are available at Saint-Césaire.
Available at Saint-Césaire: Parking.
Available at Saint-Césaire: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Césaire.
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.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
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.
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