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Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Marseille will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Dresden to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€14) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 663 miles (1067 km) distance in 11h 22m.
Distance 663 miles (1067 km) |
Average train duration 12h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€14) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 22m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 6:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Marseille.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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ICE 1652+ TGV 9580 | On time 8:11 AM Dresden Hbf | 13h35 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
STR 7 · IC 2048 · ICE 597+ TGV 9580 | On time 8:52 AM Dresden | 12h54 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3 transfers | |
IC 2048 · ICE 597+ TGV 9580 | On time 9:00 AM Dresden Hbf | 12h46 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
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Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Marseille trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
Dresden-Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: ElbUferei, Raskolnikoff, Byblos, Kantine No. 2
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Rothenburger Hof, Mezcalero, Villa Romantika.
Dresden Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
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
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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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