- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Ciotat to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Ciotat to Marseille will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 23 trains that leave La Ciotat for Marseille on Thu, Aug 06, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 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.
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881642Trains from La Ciotat to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for La Ciotat to Marseille trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
881666 | Delayed 6:20 AM 8:15 AMLa Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h22 | 6:42 AM 6:42 AMMarseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881608 | Delayed 6:30 AM 8:25 AMLa Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 6:54 AM 6:54 AMMarseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881610 | On time 8:55 AM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 9:19 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881612 | On time 9:25 AM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 9:49 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881426 | 9:54 AM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 10:18 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881616 | 10:25 AM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 10:49 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881622 | 11:55 AM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 12:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881442 | 12:25 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 12:49 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881626 | 12:55 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 1:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881450 | 1:24 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 1:48 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881630 | 1:55 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 2:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881458 | 2:24 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 2:48 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881634 | 2:55 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 3:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881462 | 3:18 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h26 | 3:44 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881468 | 3:56 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 4:20 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881638 | 4:25 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 4:49 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881472 | 4:55 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 5:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881642 | 5:24 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h24 | 5:48 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
881644 | 5:56 PM La Ciotat - Ceyreste | 0h23 | 6:19 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 La Ciotat 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 La Ciotat to Marseille trains use the La Ciotat - Ceyreste to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare La Ciotat and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Ciotat - Ceyreste is 3 km from La Ciotat city centre. Public transport options include:
La Ciotat - Ceyreste has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Ciotat - Ceyreste: Ramps, restrooms.
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.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
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