- Must visit
Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode
Museum in a restored lace factory dedicated to Calais lace, fashion, and textile machinery. One of the city’s signature cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$207
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
892 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Calais will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Calais without transferring at least once.
6124 · 7591
5772+
7015+
K71 (844819)
6174 · 7577
6112+
K16 (16368) · P73 (842654)
6188 · 7043+
844405
6174 · 7577
9868+
844409
6124 · 7591
6188 · 7043+
844405
6112+
K16 (16368) · P73 (842654)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a flight costs an average of $214.
Distance: 554 miles (892 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$177 Average price | $106 Average price Cheapest | $391 Average price | $340 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Calais:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Calais costing on average $177 (€143).
A bus is $284 (€230) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Calais costing on average $391 (€316).
Other travel options to Calais take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 15h 17m.
The journey is about 3h 35m faster (6h 51m by train vs 10h 26m by car) and roughly $163 (€132) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($177 (€143) vs $340 (€275)). 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.
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 to Calais trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6112+ K16 (16368) · P73 (842654) | 9:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h42 | 4:45 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2 transfers | |
6188 · 7043+ 844405 | 10:47 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h37 | 5:24 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 7577 | 12:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h56 | 6:43 PM Calais - Fréthun | 1 transfer | |
12374 · 7591 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h09 | 10:13 PM Calais - Fréthun | 1 transfer | |
5772+ 7015+ K71 (844819) | 9:31 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 13h59 | 11:30 AM Calais Ville | 2 transfers |
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Trains from Marseille to Calais run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 (€96) but you can travel from only $106 (€86) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 554 miles (892 km) distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 554 miles (892 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€96) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 4:21 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
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Museum in a restored lace factory dedicated to Calais lace, fashion, and textile machinery. One of the city’s signature cultural visits.
Second World War museum installed in a German naval bunker, covering Occupation, liberation, and local wartime life.
Fine arts museum known for works linked to Rodin and local history collections. A solid stop near the town hall area.
Broad sandy beachfront popular for walks, sunsets, and sea views. One of the city’s most visited leisure areas.
Main seafront promenade with contemporary landscaping, public art, and space to watch the Channel traffic.
Historic square in the old town, lined with local activity and useful as a base for exploring heritage streets.
Mussels cooked in a simple broth and served with fries, a Northern France and Channel coast classic widely eaten in Calais.
A hearty regional specialty of toasted bread, ham, mustard, and melted cheddar cheese, often baked with beer.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised with dark beer, typical of French Flanders and the Calais area, rich and comforting.
Established seafood-focused restaurant in Calais known for refined regional cuisine and a classic dining room atmosphere.
Recognized local address for fish, shellfish, and traditional coastal cooking with an unfussy, welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known Calais restaurant offering French regional dishes and seafood in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Costs are moderate by French standards. Casual dining is reasonable, while hotels and seafront restaurants can cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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