The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Marseille
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$231
Fastest journey
8 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
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 $231 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 3 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Marseille on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 887 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 48 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 9 h 4 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.
5:09 AM8h48Düsseldorf1:57 PMMarseille$1821One-way0 transfers
6:10 AM9h04Düsseldorf3:14 PMMarseille$2181One-way0 transfers
4:09 AM8h48Düsseldorf12:57 PMMarseille$2931One-way0 transfers
5:09 AM8h48Düsseldorf1:57 PMMarseille$1821One-way0 transfers
4:09 AM8h48Düsseldorf12:57 PMMarseille$2931One-way0 transfers
6:10 AM9h04Düsseldorf3:14 PMMarseille$2181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train 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 $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $165.
Distance: 551 miles (887 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$294 Average price | $292 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $290 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Marseille:
A bus is $194 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average $292 (€236).
A bus is $195 (€157) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average $294 (€237).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 19m.
Bus takes on average 19h 44m.
You'll arrive about 2h 58m sooner (8h 19m by train vs 11h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $294 (€237) compared to roughly $290 (€234) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:09 AM Düsseldorf | 8h48 | 12:57 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:09 AM Düsseldorf | 8h48 | 1:57 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Düsseldorf | 9h04 | 3:14 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Marseille
Trains from Düsseldorf to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $165 (€133) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) 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 24m.
Distance 551 miles (887 km) |
Average train duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€133) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 24m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: TGV, Eurostar from Düsseldorf to Marseille trainsTGV, Eurostar trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Marseille from $58 (€46). 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 Düsseldorf to Marseille
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Marseille
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- 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
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