
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Luggage
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
3 h 27 m
Trains on 03 Sept
10
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Marseille will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 10 trains from Perpignan to Marseille, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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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4665Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 213 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Perpignan to Marseille:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perpignan to Marseille costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 36m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £35. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Marseille trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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876414+ 4657 | Delayed 11:11 Perpignan station | 3h33 | 12:59 12:59Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
86990+ 4659 | Delayed 13:10 Perpignan station | 3h27 | 14:57 14:57Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
86992+ 4661 | 15:06 Perpignan station | 3h32 | 18:38 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
86994+ 4663 | 17:09 Perpignan station | 3h27 | 20:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9706 · 5316 | 18:00 Perpignan station | 4h30 | 22:30 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
6875 · 5316+ 876262 | 18:10 Perpignan station | 4h20 | 22:30 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
86996+ 4665 | 19:10 Perpignan station | 3h29 | 22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
876100 · 876534 | 5:37 Perpignan station | 4h02 | 9:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
876406+ 4651 | 7:09 Perpignan station | 3h26 | 10:35 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
6871 · 12510+ 876252 | 8:07 Perpignan station | 4h17 | 12:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
876410+ 4655 | 9:09 Perpignan station | 3h27 | 12:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
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Trains from Perpignan to Marseille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 19:23 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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 Perpignan 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 Perpignan to Marseille trains use the Perpignan to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Perpignan and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Perpignan is 1 km from Perpignan city centre. Public transport options include:
Perpignan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Figuier, La Galinette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Perpignan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perpignan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perpignan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perpignan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perpignan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Perpignan, Hotel de France, Hotel Aragon.
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.
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.
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