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The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille
Showing times and prices for Jul 25
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
21 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Fast trains
Of the 15 trains that leave Marseille Provence Airport for Marseille on Sat, Jul 25, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 16 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.
886561 · 8797279:42 AM0h26Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence10:08 AMGare d'Arenc-Euroméditerranée$71One-way1 transfer- 8865619:42 AM0h33Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence10:15 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
- 8796158:32 AM0h21Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence8:53 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
87653811:00 AM0h14Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence11:14 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers- 8795391:58 PM0h22Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence2:20 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
- 87653811:00 AM0h14Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence11:14 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
- 88656512:14 PM0h15Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence12:29 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
- 8765328:23 AM0h15Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence8:38 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
- 8795076:53 AM0h15Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence7:08 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
1770110:52 AM0h16Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence11:08 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is a train with an average price of $7 (€7).
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille:
A train is $17 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille costing on average $25 (€25).
The fastest way to travel from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is by train with an average journey time of 17m.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marseille Provence Airport and Marseille including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (17m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€7) compared to roughly $5 (€5) 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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
Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 879637 | On time 1:32 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h20 | 1:52 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879539 | On time 1:58 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h22 | 2:20 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
| 879507 | 6:53 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h15 | 7:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879607 | 7:31 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h21 | 7:52 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879521 | 7:59 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h21 | 8:20 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 876532 | 8:23 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h15 | 8:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879615 | 8:32 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h21 | 8:53 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886553 | 8:49 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h21 | 9:10 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886561 | 9:42 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h33 | 10:15 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886561 · 879727 | 9:42 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h26 | 10:08 AM Gare d'Arenc-Euroméditerranée | 1 transfer | |
| 879625 | 10:32 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h20 | 10:52 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17701 | 10:52 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h16 | 11:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 876538 | 11:00 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h14 | 11:14 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886565 | 12:14 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h15 | 12:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879633 | 12:32 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h20 | 12:52 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 879533 | 12:58 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0h21 | 1:19 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 as well as ZOU!, TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 and more offer trains services from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille
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Trains from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€6) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 6:34 AM |
Last train 9:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Marseille Provence Airport and Marseille from $6 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€7)
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
ZOU!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€6)
ZOU! frequency
11 a day
TER
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€7)
TER frequency
1 a day
TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€7)
TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Marseille
Things to do in Marseille
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
- Must visit
Musée d'Histoire de Marseille
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Marseille
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
- Must visit
Vieux-Port
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
- Must visit
Le Panier
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
- Must visit
La Canebière
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Bouillabaisse
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
- Gluten-free
Aïoli
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Panisse
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
AM Par Alexandre Mazzia
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
L’Épuisette
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Chez Etienne
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food, bakeries, or kebabs.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Trains from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Provence Airport 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.
Train ticket prices from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $6 (€6), while the average price is around $7 (€7).
The train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille takes 14m and runs 14 per day.
The distance by train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is 13 miles (21 km).
The first train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille leaves at 6:34 AM.
The last train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille leaves at 9:14 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille.
Yes, there is a direct train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille. This service operates 14 times per day, provided by SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille.
The cheapest way to get from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is by train, with a cost of around $6 (€6).
The train journey from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is relatively short and primarily urban, offering limited scenic views. However, passengers may catch glimpses of the surrounding Provence landscape as they approach the city.
Yes, a day trip from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille is feasible. The journey takes just 14m and covers 13 miles (21 km). Trains run 17 times per day.
In Marseille, you can visit the Old Port, a historic harbor area with vibrant markets and seafood restaurants. Explore the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde for stunning panoramic views of the city. Discover the Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours. Wander through Le Panier, the oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Tour the MuCEM, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, to see diverse cultural exhibits. Also, don't miss the Château d'If, a fortress on an island, and enjoy the breathtaking landscape of Parc National des Calanques.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Marseille's key attractions, including the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the historic Le Panier district.
Yes, you can take the train from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille.
Since both Marseille Provence Airport and Marseille are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Marseille include Avignon, Toulon, Aix-en-Provence, Cassis, Arles.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille Provence Airport to Marseille among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Marseille, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Vieux-Port and public transport. Scams involving fake charity collectors and overpriced taxis are also common. It’s advisable to stay vigilant at night in certain neighborhoods and avoid displaying valuables openly.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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