- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$82
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$123
Fastest journey on Sep 15
5 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
6 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 15
9
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourges to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourges to Marseille will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Bourges to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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861554Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourges to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, while a train costs an average of $154.
Distance: 298 miles (481 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$154 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg 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 Bourges to Marseille:
A bus is $75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourges to Marseille costing on average $154.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 49m.
The journey is about 54m faster (5h 40m by train vs 6h 34m by car) and roughly $35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($154 vs $189). 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 Bourges to Marseille trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:59 PM Bourges | 5h49 | 9:48 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:59 PM Bourges | 5h49 | 10:48 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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6111+ 3624+ 861554 | 8:06 AM Gare de Bourges | 6h51 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
4402+ 6813 | 9:36 AM Gare de Bourges | 5h58 | 3:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
6177+ 3908 · 860516 | 9:49 AM Gare de Bourges | 7h25 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bourges to Marseille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 but you can travel from only $26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 298 miles (481 km) distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 298 miles (481 km) |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
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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 Bourges 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 Bourges to Marseille trains use the Bourges to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Bourges and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bourges is 1 km from Bourges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Louis XI, Le Beauvoir
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bourges. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourges. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourges: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Bourges, Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges, Hotel Le Christina.
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.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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