- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
708 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Compiègne to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Compiègne to Marseille will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
Of the 1 trains that leave Compiègne for Marseille on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 708 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 22 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Compiègne 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 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 439 miles (708 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $109 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Compiègne to Marseille:
A bus is $44 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Compiègne to Marseille costing on average $104 (€86).
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Compiègne to Marseille costing on average $109 (€90).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 2m.
Bus takes on average 16h 32m.
The journey is about 4h 28m faster (4h 2m by train vs 8h 30m by car) and roughly $64 (€53) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($104 (€86) vs $168 (€138)). 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 Compiègne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:06 AM Compiegne | 4h50 | 3:56 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Compiegne | 5h34 | 5:14 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:02 PM Compiegne | 4h55 | 5:57 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:32 PM Compiegne | 4h58 | 6:30 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Compiegne | 5h22 | 8:57 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:02 PM Compiegne | 4h12 | 9:14 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Compiegne | 5h11 | 10:46 PM Marseille | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Compiègne to Marseille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $43 (€36) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 439 miles (708 km) distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 439 miles (708 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Compiègne 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 Compiègne to Marseille trains use the Compiègne to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Compiègne and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Compiègne 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: Le Bistrot de Flandre, La Brasserie Parisienne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Compiègne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Compiègne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Compiègne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Compiègne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Compiègne.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel de Flandre, Best Western Hôtel Les Beaux Arts, Hôtel du Nord.
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.
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