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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Marseille
Cheapest price
$214
Average price
$238
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
789 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Marseille will cost around $238 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $214.
It's difficult to get from Caen to Marseille without transferring at least once.
3308+
611711:59 AM6h55Gare de Caen6:54 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer- 3338+61118:24 AM6h33Gare de Caen2:57 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer
- 3318+61375:57 PM6h48Gare de Caen12:45 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer
- 3306+617710:05 AM7h09Gare de Caen5:14 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2741One-way1 transfer
852018+3374+617710:10 AM7h04Gare de Caen5:14 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2751One-way2 transfers
- 3338+61118:24 AM6h33Gare de Caen2:57 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer
- 3318+61375:57 PM6h48Gare de Caen12:45 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer
- 3308+611711:59 AM6h55Gare de Caen6:54 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2141One-way1 transfer
- 852018+3374+617710:10 AM7h04Gare de Caen5:14 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2751One-way2 transfers
- 3306+617710:05 AM7h09Gare de Caen5:14 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$2741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Caen to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Caen to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 490 miles (789 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$139 Average price | $208 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 21m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Marseille:
A bus is $54 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Marseille costing on average $139 (€111).
A bus is $123 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Caen to Marseille costing on average $208 (€166).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 41m.
Bus takes on average 13h 51m.
The journey is about 1h 53m faster (7h 41m by train vs 9h 34m by car) and roughly $180 (€143) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($139 (€111) vs $319 (€254)). 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.
Live departures
Caen to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3338+6111 | 8:24 AM Gare de Caen | 6h33 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 3306+6177 | 10:05 AM Gare de Caen | 7h09 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 852018+3374+6177 | 10:10 AM Gare de Caen | 7h04 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
| 3308+6117 | 11:59 AM Gare de Caen | 6h55 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| 3318+6137 | 5:57 PM Gare de Caen | 6h48 | 12:45 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Marseille
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Trains from Caen to Marseille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $48 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 490 miles (789 km) distance in 5h 57m.
Distance 490 miles (789 km) |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 57m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER BreizhGo from Caen to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Caen and Marseille from $48 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Caen to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Caen to Marseille
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- 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.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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