- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
€148
Average price
€169
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
884 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Marseille will cost around €169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
It's difficult to get from Antwerp to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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6111Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €112.
Distance: 549 miles (884 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€221 Average price | €91 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €245 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 31m Average total duration 16h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Marseille:
A bus is €32 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Marseille costing on average €91.
A bus is €161 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Marseille costing on average €221.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 44m.
Bus takes on average 16h 1m.
The journey is about 4h 22m faster (5h 44m by train vs 10h 6m by car) and roughly €24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€221 vs €245). 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.
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 Antwerp to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9310+ 6111 | 7:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h24 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6109 | 7:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 6h26 | 1:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6115 | 7:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 10h24 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 6115 | 8:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 9h24 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 6111 | 8:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 6h24 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 6111 | 8:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 6h24 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 6121 | 9:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 10h24 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 6117 | 9:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 9h21 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 6115 | 9:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 8h24 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6115 | 10:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h24 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6115 | 10:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h24 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6117 | 10:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 8h21 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6121 | 10:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 9h24 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6117 | 10:33 AM Antwerp-Central | 8h21 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 6121 | 12:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h24 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 6123 | 12:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 8h24 | 8:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 6117 | 12:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 6h21 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 6123 | 2:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 6h24 | 8:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 6127 | 2:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h24 | 9:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 6129 | 2:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 8h24 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9364+ 5781 | 4:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 14h00 | 6:33 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 1 transfer | |
9364+ 6129 | 4:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 6h24 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9370+ 5781 | 5:33 PM Antwerp-Central | 13h00 | 6:33 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Antwerp to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €112 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 549 miles (884 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 549 miles (884 km) |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €112 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
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Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
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Moderate for France: lodging and dining cost less than Paris, while transit is reasonable. Tourist areas and the Old Port are pricier than outer districts.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Marseille trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen 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: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
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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