- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
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Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
32m
Average duration
57m
Trains per day
27
Distance
83 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Marseille:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Marseille costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 12m.
The journey is about 18m faster (50m by train vs 1h 8m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $29 (€24)). 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 | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, Trenitalia, ZOU!, TER, TGV, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Avignon to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6115 | Delayed 4:30 PM 5:20 PMAvignon TGV | 0h37 | 5:07 PM 5:07 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879369+ 9830 | Delayed 3:54 PM 5:44 PMAvignon Centre | 1h02 | 5:06 PM 5:06 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879557 | On time 5:53 PM Avignon Centre | 1h26 | 7:19 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879665 | On time 5:54 PM Avignon Centre | 1h59 | 7:53 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6113 | 5:54 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 6:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
9830 | Delayed 4:32 PM 6:12 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 5:06 PM 5:06 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6117 | Delayed 5:20 PM 6:20 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 5:54 PM 5:54 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879377+ 5537 | Delayed 6:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h01 | 6:15 PM 6:15 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879669 | 6:51 PM Avignon Centre | 2h02 | 8:53 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879563 | 7:06 PM Avignon Centre | 1h22 | 8:28 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5537 | Delayed 5:41 PM 7:11 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 6:15 PM 6:15 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
12177 | Delayed 5:41 PM 7:11 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 6:15 PM 6:15 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6121 | Delayed 6:20 PM 7:20 PMAvignon TGV | 0h37 | 6:57 PM 6:57 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879385+ 6123 | Delayed 7:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h13 | 7:17 PM 7:17 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
17705 | On time 7:51 PM Avignon Centre | 1h17 | 9:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6123 | Delayed 6:40 PM 8:20 PMAvignon TGV | 0h37 | 7:17 PM 7:17 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879673 | 8:28 PM Avignon Centre | 1h52 | 10:20 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879389+ 12180 | Delayed 8:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h02 | 8:46 PM 8:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
09725 | Delayed 7:21 PM 8:55 PMAvignon TGV | 0h35 | 7:56 PM 7:56 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
12180 | Delayed 8:12 PM 9:12 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 8:46 PM 8:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
9580 | Delayed 8:12 PM 9:12 PMAvignon TGV | 0h34 | 8:46 PM 8:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879391+ 5326 | Delayed 9:13 PM Avignon Centre | 1h14 | 9:27 PM 9:27 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6127 | On time 9:21 PM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 9:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879393+ 6129 | 9:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h13 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
5326 | Delayed 8:55 PM 9:55 PMAvignon TGV | 0h32 | 9:27 PM 9:27 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6119 | 10:11 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 10:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6129 | 10:20 PM Avignon TGV | 0h37 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5124 | On time 11:12 PM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 11:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
879306 · 879515 | 6:12 AM Avignon TGV | 1h56 | 8:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
876530+ 876301 | 6:17 AM Avignon Centre | 1h21 | 7:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879611 | 6:31 AM Avignon Centre | 1h47 | 8:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879615 | 6:52 AM Avignon Centre | 2h01 | 8:53 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879515 | 6:54 AM Avignon Centre | 1h14 | 8:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879311+ 6801 | 7:13 AM Avignon Centre | 1h01 | 8:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
876303 · 876532 | 7:17 AM Avignon Centre | 1h21 | 8:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879617 | 7:29 AM Avignon Centre | 1h51 | 9:20 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6801 | 7:40 AM Avignon TGV | 0h34 | 8:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
886557 | 7:54 AM Avignon Centre | 1h15 | 9:09 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879623 | 7:55 AM Avignon Centre | 1h58 | 9:53 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879319+ 6101 | 8:13 AM Avignon Centre | 1h44 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879527 | 8:48 AM Avignon Centre | 1h32 | 10:20 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6147 | 8:59 AM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 9:35 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879325+ 6805 | 9:13 AM Avignon Centre | 0h51 | 10:04 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6101 | 9:20 AM Avignon TGV | 0h37 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6805 | 9:28 AM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 10:04 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879327+ 5102 | 9:44 AM Avignon Centre | 1h02 | 10:46 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
17701 | 9:51 AM Avignon Centre | 1h17 | 11:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5102 | 10:12 AM Avignon TGV | 0h34 | 10:46 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6103 | 10:20 AM Avignon TGV | 0h37 | 10:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879337+ 9756 | 11:11 AM Avignon Centre | 0h59 | 12:10 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
886565 | 11:14 AM Avignon Centre | 1h15 | 12:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
9756 | 11:36 AM Avignon TGV | 0h34 | 12:10 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879533 | 11:53 AM Avignon Centre | 1h26 | 1:19 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
9810 | 11:55 AM Avignon TGV | 0h29 | 12:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
12510 | 11:55 AM Avignon TGV | 0h29 | 12:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879694+ 12402 | 12:16 PM Avignon Centre | 1h08 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6107 | 12:21 PM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 12:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879343+ 6109 | 12:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h15 | 1:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
5332 | 12:49 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
12402 | 12:49 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879539 | 12:52 PM Avignon Centre | 1h28 | 2:20 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879630+ 6111 | 1:13 PM Avignon Centre | 1h44 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6109 | 1:20 PM Avignon TGV | 0h39 | 1:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
886569 | 1:55 PM Avignon Centre | 1h23 | 3:18 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6105 | 2:12 PM Avignon TGV | 0h36 | 2:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879634+ 12179 | 2:13 PM Avignon Centre | 0h51 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6111 | 2:20 PM Avignon TGV | 0h37 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
12179 | 2:29 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
9877 | 2:29 PM Avignon TGV | 0h35 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879353+ 6813 | 2:44 PM Avignon Centre | 0h50 | 3:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
17703 | 2:51 PM Avignon Centre | 1h17 | 4:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6813 | 3:00 PM Avignon TGV | 0h34 | 3:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879356 · 879545 | 3:43 PM Avignon TGV | 1h51 | 5:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879545 | 4:09 PM Avignon Centre | 1h25 | 5:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879361+ 6115 | 4:44 PM Avignon Centre | 1h13 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
879657 | 4:51 PM Avignon Centre | 2h07 | 6:58 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879547 | 4:53 PM Avignon Centre | 1h25 | 6:18 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
879365+ 9830 | 5:13 PM Avignon Centre | 1h33 | 6:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6115 | 5:20 PM Avignon TGV | 0h37 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Avignon to Marseille run on average 33 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
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 Avignon 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 Avignon to Marseille trains use the Avignon TGV to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Avignon Centre 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: Restaurant Le Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
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.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
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