- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grasse to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grasse to Marseille will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Grasse to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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86057 · 17488
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86037 · 17480Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grasse to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m 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 Grasse to Marseille:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grasse to Marseille costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €11. The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 9m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Grasse to Marseille trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:08 PM Grasse | 2h51 | 4:59 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:38 PM Grasse | 3h21 | 6:59 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
86017 · 17472 | 8:08 AM Grasse | 2h57 | 11:05 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
86023 · 17474 | 9:08 AM Grasse | 2h56 | 12:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
86025+ 6174 | 9:38 AM Grasse | 2h54 | 12:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
86027 · 17476 | 10:08 AM Grasse | 2h55 | 1:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Grasse to Marseille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grasse 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 Grasse to Marseille trains use the Grasse to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Grasse and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Grasse is 1 km from Grasse city centre. Public transport options include:
Grasse 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 Rendez-Vous, La Bastide Saint Antoine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grasse. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grasse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grasse: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Elixir Grasse, Hôtel Le Patti, Hôtel Panorama.
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
Free.
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.
Gare de Sainte Marthe is 4 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Sainte Marthe has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sainte Marthe.
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