The cheapest and fastest trains from Forbach to Marseille
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
665 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forbach to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forbach to Marseille will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 2 trains that leave Forbach for Marseille on Wed, May 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 665 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 7 h 24 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.
12:33 PM7h24Forbach7:57 PMMarseille$1431One-way0 transfers
2:38 PM7h19Forbach9:57 PMMarseille$1721One-way0 transfers
2:38 PM7h19Forbach9:57 PMMarseille$1721One-way0 transfers
12:33 PM7h24Forbach7:57 PMMarseille$1431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Forbach to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forbach to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $139.
Distance: 413 miles (665 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$192 Average price | $162 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $166 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 29m Average total duration 17h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Forbach to Marseille:
A bus is $63 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Forbach to Marseille costing on average $162 (€129).
A bus is $93 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Forbach to Marseille costing on average $192 (€154).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Bus takes on average 17h 59m.
You'll arrive about 2h 41m sooner (5h 33m by train vs 8h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $192 (€154) compared to roughly $166 (€132) 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
Forbach to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Forbach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9558+ 6111 | On time 8:12 AM Gare de Forbach | 6h45 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
23744+ 2870 · 6123 | 1:33 PM Gare de Forbach | 7h24 | 8:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
23750+ 2680 · 6129 | 3:38 PM Gare de Forbach | 7h46 | 11:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Forbach to Marseille
Trains from Forbach to Marseille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $139 (€111) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 413 miles (665 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 413 miles (665 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $139 (€111) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Forbach to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Forbach and Marseille from $54 (€43). 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 Forbach to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forbach 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 Forbach to Marseille
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Petit Gourmet
- Restaurant La Table d'Anna
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Mercure Forbach
- Hotel Premium
- Located in the main hall
- 68 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Germany and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 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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