- Must visit
Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£72
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£104
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
5 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
5 h 59 m
Trains on 09 Oct
7
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarbes to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Marseille will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Tarbes to Marseille you need to make at least one change.
14148 · 4665
14140 · 4657
872734+
4659
872736+
4663
14142 · 4661
14142 · 4661
14148 · 4665
14140 · 4657
872734+
4659
872736+
4663Trains from Tarbes to Marseille run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 429 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 429 km |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 21:32 |
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The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Marseille trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6875 · 5316+ 872712 | Delayed 15:43 15:42Tarbes station | 6h49 | 22:31 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
14148 · 4665 | On time 16:57 Tarbes station | 5h42 | 22:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
3740+ 6103 | On time 19:00 Tarbes station | 15h57 | 10:57 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
| Friday 9 October | |||||
14140 · 4657 | 8:57 Tarbes station | 5h47 | 14:44 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4659+ 872734 | 10:45 Tarbes station | 5h52 | 16:37 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
14142 · 4661 | 12:57 Tarbes station | 5h41 | 18:38 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
4663+ 872736 | 13:42 Tarbes station | 6h54 | 20:36 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Tarbes 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 Tarbes to Marseille trains use the Tarbes to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarbes and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tarbes is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes 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 Patati, L'Aragon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tarbes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tarbes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tarbes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Le Rex Hotel, ibis Tarbes Odos, Hôtel Foch.
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.
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