- Must visit
Mucem
Major museum of Mediterranean civilisations with striking modern architecture, exhibitions, and sea-facing walkways.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienne to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienne to Marseille will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Vienne to Marseille, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienne to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £497.
Distance: 250 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £497 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienne to Marseille:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienne to Marseille costing on average £59.
A coach is £476 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienne to Marseille costing on average £497.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 0m.
Coach takes on average 4h 25m.
The journey is about 11m faster (2h 38m by train vs 2h 49m by car) and roughly £168 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£59 vs £227). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Vienne to Marseille trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886104+ 6805 | On time 7:21 Vienne station | 2h43 | 10:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
17701 | On time 7:40 Vienne station | 3h28 | 11:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
886176+ 5102 | On time 8:21 Vienne station | 2h25 | 10:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
9756+ 886182 | Delayed 8:31 9:22Vienne station | 2h48 | 12:10 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
5332+ 17700 | Delayed 9:40 10:21Vienne station | 3h03 | 13:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
886118+ 9877 | On time 12:21 Vienne station | 2h43 | 15:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
17703 | 12:40 Vienne station | 3h28 | 16:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6813+ 886120 | 13:21 Vienne station | 2h13 | 15:34 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
886030+ 12177+ 886128 | 16:58 Vienne station | 2h47 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
17705 | 17:40 Vienne station | 3h28 | 21:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
886190+ 9580 | 19:21 Vienne station | 2h28 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
886192+ 5124 | 21:33 Vienne station | 2h19 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Vienne to Marseille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 21:44 |
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Best time to book 6 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 Vienne 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 Vienne to Marseille trains use the Vienne to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienne and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vienne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Cloître, Les Saveurs du Marché
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vienne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vienne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vienne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vienne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienne: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Sud Vienne Saint-Louis, La Pyramide, Hôtel La Gentilhommière.
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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