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Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£145
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£190
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
6 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
7 h 5 m
Trains on 29 Sept
21
Distance
961 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Marseille will cost around £190 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £145.
To travel from Rotterdam to Marseille you need to make at least one change.
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6177The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Marseille trains for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9452+ 6129 | 13:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 9h09 | 23:07 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9452+ 6127 | 13:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h02 | 22:00 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9352+ 6129 | 13:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 9h09 | 23:07 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 29 September | |||||
9310+ 6109 | 6:57 Rotterdam Centraal | 7h02 | 13:59 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9310+ 6111 | 6:57 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h00 | 14:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9310+ 6117 | 6:57 Rotterdam Centraal | 11h58 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9316+ 6117 | 7:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 10h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9416+ 6115 | 7:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 9h59 | 17:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9416+ 6117 | 7:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 10h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9322+ 6115 | 8:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h59 | 17:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9322+ 6177 | 8:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h16 | 17:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9322+ 6117 | 8:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 9h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9428+ 6117 | 9:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9328+ 6117 | 9:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 8h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9328+ 6115 | 9:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 7h59 | 17:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9328+ 6177 | 9:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 7h16 | 17:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9340+ 6117 | 11:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9340+ 6117 | 11:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h57 | 18:55 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9340+ 6129 | 11:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 11h09 | 23:07 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9340+ 5781 | 11:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 18h33 | 6:31 Marseille-Blancarde | 1 change | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Marseille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 961 km distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 961 km |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 20:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Marseille trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal 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: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
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
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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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