Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille train with SNCF | Intercités

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£90

Average price

£133

Fastest journey

8 h 5 m

Average duration

8 h 26 m

Trains per day

26

Distance

595 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.

Fast trains

To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille you need to make at least one change.

  • SNCF | Intercités14148 · 4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866516)
    14:038h36
    Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    22:39Marseille Saint-Charles
    £901One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | Intercités14148 · 4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866516)
    13:558h44
    Les Deux-Jumeaux
    22:39Marseille Saint-Charles
    £901One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | Intercités14148 · 4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866516)
    13:508h49
    Hendaye station
    22:39Marseille Saint-Charles
    £901One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | Intercités4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866408)
    12:2810h11
    Les Deux-Jumeaux
    22:39Marseille Saint-Charles
    £971One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | Intercités4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866400)
    4:569h48
    Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    14:44Marseille Saint-Charles
    £1061One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £58.

Distance: 595 km

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Coach
Flight

£82

Average Price

£43

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Cheapest

£493

Average Price

8h 42m

Average total duration

8h 12m

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30m

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10h 42m

Average total duration

10h 12m

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30m

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6h 55m

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3h 55m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.6kg

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Live departures

Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille train times

The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866410)+SNCF | Intercités14148 · 466514:02 Hendaye station
8h37
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866410)+SNCF | Intercités14148 · 466514:06 Les Deux-Jumeaux
8h33
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866410)+SNCF | Intercités14148 · 466514:14 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
8h25
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866534)+SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6103
On time
20:05 Hendaye station
14h52
10:57 Marseille Saint-Charles
2 changes
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866534)+SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6103
On time
20:09 Les Deux-Jumeaux
14h48
10:57 Marseille Saint-Charles
2 changes
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866534)+SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6103
On time
20:17 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
14h40
10:57 Marseille Saint-Charles
2 changes
Wednesday 15 July
SNCF | Intercités4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866400)4:44 Hendaye station
10h00
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866400)4:48 Les Deux-Jumeaux
9h56
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866400)4:56 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
9h48
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités14140 · 4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866462)5:49 Hendaye station
8h55
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | Intercités14140 · 4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866462)5:53 Les Deux-Jumeaux
8h51
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | Intercités14140 · 4657+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866462)6:01 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
8h43
14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI8530+SNCF | Intercités4659+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866502)6:40 Les Deux-Jumeaux
9h57
16:37 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI8530+SNCF | Intercités46597:06 Hendaye station
9h31
16:37 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI8530+SNCF | Intercités46597:18 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
9h19
16:37 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités14142 · 4661+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866404)10:07 Les Deux-Jumeaux
8h30
18:37 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | Intercités14142 · 466110:21 Hendaye station
8h16
18:37 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités14142 · 466110:32 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
8h05
18:37 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI8536+SNCF | Intercités466311:02 Hendaye station
9h34
20:36 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI8536+SNCF | Intercités466311:16 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
9h20
20:36 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866408)12:28 Les Deux-Jumeaux
10h11
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI8540+SNCF | Intercités466513:02 Hendaye station
9h37
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI8540+SNCF | Intercités466513:15 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
9h24
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles1 change
SNCF | Intercités14148 · 4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866516)13:50 Hendaye station
8h49
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes
SNCF | Intercités14148 · 4665+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866516)13:55 Les Deux-Jumeaux
8h44
22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille

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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 8h 5m.

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 £21
Distance
595 km
Average train duration
8h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
8h 5m
First train
4:47
Last train
22:07
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 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 £21

Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Euskotren from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille trainsSNCF | Intercités, Euskotren trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Marseille from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
8h 5m
Cheapest Price
£45
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

Euskotren

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 22m
Cheapest Price
£195
Euskotren frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train journey from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille covers a distance of 595 km and takes approximately 8h 5m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille is 595 km.
The first train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille leaves at 4:47.
The last train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille departs at 22:07.
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille.
To get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille.
The train station in Donostia-San Sebastian that goes to Marseille is Hendaye station, and it arrives at Marseille Saint-Charles.
The cheapest way to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille offers scenic views, including the picturesque Basque countryside, the stunning Pyrenees mountains, and the beautiful French Riviera coastline.
A day trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 5m one way. However, there are 13 train connections available per day. The distance between the two cities is 595 km.
In Marseille, visitors can explore the historic Old Port with its vibrant markets and seafood restaurants, and enjoy the panoramic views from the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. Discover the breathtaking Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours, and wander through Le Panier, the city's oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Additionally, the MuCEM offers diverse cultural exhibits, while the Château d'If provides a glimpse into history on its island location.
To fully experience Marseille, plan to spend around three to four days exploring its key attractions, such as the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the Calanques National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Marseille

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille trains use the Hendaye to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Donostia-San Sebastian
Arrival train stations in Marseille

Which Marseille station do trains from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?

Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Marseille most often arrive at Marseille Saint-Charles. Some services arrive at Marseille-Blancarde, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Marseille arrival station.
Marseille Saint-CharlesSquare Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France+33 4950491012WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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 35WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

Arenc-EuroméditerranéeBd Mirabeau, 13002 Marseille, France+33 890 17 75 95ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Arenc-Euroméditerranée from Marseille city centre

Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus83 · 8m · £2 · every ~15 min
TramT2, T3 · 9m · £2 · every ~35 min
T2 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Arenc-Euroméditerranée train station facilities and services

Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.

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