- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 21 trains that leave Marseille Saint-Charles for Paris Gare de Lyon on Thu, May 28, 19 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 658 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148
6102
6176
6168
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6188
6128Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $59.
Distance: 408 miles (658 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price | $242 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $80 (€65).
A bus is $187 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $234 (€189).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 4m.
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
The journey is about 1h 16m faster (6h 4m by train vs 7h 20m by car) and roughly $162 (€130) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($80 (€65) vs $242 (€195)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6102 | 5:04 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h34 | 8:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6136 | 6:00 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h22 | 9:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 | 6:51 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h55 | 10:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6106 | 6:59 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h23 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
5376 · 6250 | 7:31 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h33 | 11:04 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9583 · 6612 | 8:09 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h59 | 12:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6112 | 9:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h26 | 12:29 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104 | 10:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h26 | 1:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6188 | 10:47 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h07 | 1:54 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6116 | 12:00 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h22 | 3:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6174 | 12:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h04 | 3:51 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6120 | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h19 | 5:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6176 | 2:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h03 | 5:50 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6122 | 3:00 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h22 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108 | 3:21 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h25 | 6:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
12374 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h18 | 7:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6124 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h18 | 7:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6128 | 5:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h16 | 8:50 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6168 | 6:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h04 | 9:51 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148 | 7:01 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h27 | 10:28 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6132 | 7:12 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h20 | 10:32 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (658 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 408 miles (658 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 4:16 AM |
Last train 8:32 PM |
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The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
One of Paris’s most beautiful squares, lined with red-brick arcades and a classic stop for strolling in the Marais.
Historic district known for elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Classic Paris garden with tree-lined promenades, statues, chairs, and a refined Left Bank atmosphere.
Classic Parisian onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, rich broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese. It is a traditional bistro staple closely associated with Paris.
A quintessential French brasserie dish of grilled steak served with fries, often with pepper or béarnaise sauce. It is widely loved in Parisian dining culture.
A famous Paris café sandwich of bread, ham, and melted cheese, sometimes topped with béchamel. It is a classic quick meal found across Paris.
Popular bistro near the station with vintage décor, hearty French comfort food, and a warm neighborhood feel. Good for a casual but characterful meal.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famous for ornate Belle Époque interiors and classic French cuisine. Ideal for a memorable meal steps from the platforms.
Well-known traditional brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, serving seafood, French classics, and generous platters in a lively Art Nouveau setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Around Gare de Lyon, station cafés and restaurants often cost more than outer neighborhoods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change for café table service is fine.
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