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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles
Cheapest price
€115
Average price
€145
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles will cost around €145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barcelona Sants for Marseille Saint-Charles on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 1 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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.
097254:31 PM5h01Barcelona Sants9:32 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1151One-way0 transfers
9704+
46633:17 PM5h19Barcelona Sants8:36 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1431One-way1 transfer- 9706 · 53164:24 PM6h06Barcelona Sants10:30 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1511One-way1 transfer
- 4657+97089:26 AM5h18Barcelona Sants2:44 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1721One-way1 transfer
- 097254:31 PM5h01Barcelona Sants9:32 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1151One-way0 transfers
- 4657+97089:26 AM5h18Barcelona Sants2:44 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1721One-way1 transfer
- 9704+46633:17 PM5h19Barcelona Sants8:36 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1431One-way1 transfer
- 9706 · 53164:24 PM6h06Barcelona Sants10:30 PMMarseille Saint-Charles€1511One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€110 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles:
A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles costing on average €110.
A bus is €98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles costing on average €130.
Other travel options to Marseille Saint-Charles take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 3m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
The journey is about 24m faster (5h 3m by train vs 5h 27m by car) and roughly €10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€110 vs €120). 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 AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9704+4663 | 3:17 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h19 | 8:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 9706 · 5316 | 4:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h06 | 10:30 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 09725 | On time 4:31 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h01 | 9:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
| 4657+9708 | 9:26 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h18 | 2:44 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles
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Trains from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 14:31. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 2:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles trainsAVE, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona Sants and Marseille Saint-Charles from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Trains from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Saint-Charles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles
Most Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles trains use the Barcelona Sants to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona Sants and Marseille Saint-Charles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
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