How to get to Marseille from Menton

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Compare coach and train for Menton to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Menton to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. 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 £17, while a flight costs an average of £98.

Distance: 179 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£42

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£98

Average Price

£55

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

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30m

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5h 2m

Average total duration

3h 2m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

ZOU!

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FlixBus

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Air France

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Menton to Marseille is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Menton to Marseille:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Menton to Marseille costing on average £42.

A coach is £82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Menton to Marseille costing on average £98.

The fastest way to travel from Menton to Marseille is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 47m.

Flight takes on average 5h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Menton and Marseille including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 39m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Menton to Marseille

How to get to Marseille from Menton by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Menton to Marseille is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6866+ZOU!881138
    14:223h37
    Menton station
    17:59Marseille Saint-Charles
    £321One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6866+ZOU!881138
    14:223h37
    Menton station
    17:59Marseille Saint-Charles
    £321One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5516+ZOU!86004
    6:033h28
    Menton station
    9:31Marseille Saint-Charles
    £471One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • ZOU!86006 · 17470
    6:333h30
    Menton station
    10:03Marseille Saint-Charles
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • ZOU!86042 · 17484
    13:333h30
    Menton station
    17:03Marseille Saint-Charles
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • ZOU!86022 · 17476
    9:333h30
    Menton station
    13:03Marseille Saint-Charles
    £411One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Marseille by train

The most popular day trips by train from Marseille are Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Arles, Nice and Nîmes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Marseille on Omio.

A view of Aix-en-Provence

Day trip from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence by train

Why visit Aix-en-Provence for the day?

Aix-en-Provence is known for its elegant old town, fountains and ties to Cézanne. Its leafy streets, markets and café life give the city a refined but relaxed Provençal character.

A view of Avignon

Day trip from Marseille to Avignon by train

Why visit Avignon for the day?

Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.

A view of Arles

Day trip from Marseille to Arles by train

Why visit Arles for the day?

Arles is known for its Roman monuments and its close association with Van Gogh. The compact Provençal centre feels historic yet lived-in, with art, café life and the Camargue close at hand.

A view of Nice

Day trip from Marseille to Nice by train

Why visit Nice for the day?

Nice is a Mediterranean city on the Côte d'Azur known for the Promenade des Anglais and Vieux Nice. Pebble beaches, busy markets and French-Italian character give it a relaxed but lively feel.

A view of Nîmes

Day trip from Marseille to Nîmes by train

Why visit Nîmes for the day?

Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.

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FAQs: Menton to Marseille

Travel to Marseille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Menton to Marseille.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Menton and Marseille including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Menton to Marseille is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Menton to Marseille:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Menton to Marseille costing on average £42.

A coach is £82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Menton to Marseille costing on average £98.

The fastest way to travel from Menton to Marseille is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 47m.

Flight takes on average 5h 2m.

The Menton to Marseille distance is approximately 179 km.
The average frequency per day from Menton to Marseille is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Menton and Marseille as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Menton to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Menton station and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Menton to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Gipsyy to go to Marseille by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, ZOU! to go to Marseille by train.
  • Travel with Air France to go to Marseille by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Menton to Marseille:
  • 9 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Gipsyy.
Omio customers who travel from Menton to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marseille and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Menton to Marseille, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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.

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