The cheapest and fastest trains from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
It's difficult to get from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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1217911:28 AM3h37Chalon-sur-Saône station3:05 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$1361One-way1 transfer
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98108:26 AM3h59Chalon-sur-Saône station12:25 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$1411One-way1 transfer
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1217911:28 AM3h37Chalon-sur-Saône station3:05 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$1361One-way1 transfer
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98108:26 AM3h59Chalon-sur-Saône station12:25 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$1411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $208 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille:
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille costing on average $82 (€65).
A bus is $171 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille costing on average $208 (€166).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 45m.
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 21m faster (3h 2m by train vs 4h 23m by car) and roughly $58 (€46) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 (€65) vs $140 (€112)). 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 Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 AM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3h09 | 2:34 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3h23 | 9:48 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3h23 | 10:48 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
![]() | 6:26 AM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3h58 | 10:24 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:26 AM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3h58 | 11:24 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille
Trains from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $21 (€16) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Chalon-sur-Saône and Marseille from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Chalon-sur-Saône to Marseille
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Saint-Georges
- Le Bourgogne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Saint Régis
- Ibis Styles Chalon-sur-Saône
- Hotel de la Colombière
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-3
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
- 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
- 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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