The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 8 trains that leave Marseille Saint-Charles for Carcassonne on Thu, May 28, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
47707:23 PM3h07Marseille Saint-Charles10:30 PMCarcassonne$351One-way0 transfers
47621:25 PM3h06Marseille Saint-Charles4:31 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
476011:22 AM3h08Marseille Saint-Charles2:30 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
47643:26 PM3h05Marseille Saint-Charles6:31 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
47665:22 PM3h08Marseille Saint-Charles8:30 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
47589:25 AM3h04Marseille Saint-Charles12:29 PMCarcassonne$431One-way0 transfers
47643:26 PM3h05Marseille Saint-Charles6:31 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
47621:25 PM3h06Marseille Saint-Charles4:31 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
47707:23 PM3h07Marseille Saint-Charles10:30 PMCarcassonne$351One-way0 transfers
476011:22 AM3h08Marseille Saint-Charles2:30 PMCarcassonne$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$43 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to Carcassonne take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876550+ 6821 | 6:21 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h46 | 10:07 AM Carcassonne | 1 transfer | |
4756 | 7:19 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h11 | 10:30 AM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4758 | 9:25 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h04 | 12:29 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4760 | 11:22 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h08 | 2:30 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4762 | 1:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h06 | 4:31 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4764 | 3:26 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h05 | 6:31 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4766 | 5:22 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h08 | 8:30 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4770 | 7:23 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h07 | 10:30 PM Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne
Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 18:23. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 6:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Marseille Saint-Charles and Carcassonne from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
ZOU!
Renfe Viajeros
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille Saint-Charles to Carcassonne
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue du Maréchal Joffre.
- Restaurant Le Bistro
- La Table de Norbert
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Bastide
- Hotel Astoria
- Hotel Central
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for regional trains
- Hall 3: platform for long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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