- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
€126
Average price
€166
Fastest journey
8 h 48 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Marseille will cost around €166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €126.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Marseille without transferring at least once.
S1 · ICE 107+
TGV 9580
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6115
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6117
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6111
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S1 · ICE 107+
TGV 9580
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6115Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 551 miles (887 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€201 Average price | €177 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest | €236 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 58m Average total duration 19h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Marseille:
A bus is €93 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average €177.
A bus is €117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average €201.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 17m.
Bus takes on average 19h 28m.
The journey is about 3h 0m faster (8h 17m by train vs 11h 17m by car) and roughly €35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€201 vs €236). 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 Düsseldorf to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9414+ 6111 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h48 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6115 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h48 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6111 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h48 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6115 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h48 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6117 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h45 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6117 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h45 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
S1 · ICE 107+ TGV 9580 | On time 11:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h04 | 9:49 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €99 but you can travel from only €56 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 551 miles (887 km) distance in 8h 48m.
Distance 551 miles (887 km) |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €99 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 48m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
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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.
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Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
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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.
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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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Marseille trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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.
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