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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Civitavecchia
Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€163
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€163
Fastest journey on Sep 19
17 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
17 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Civitavecchia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Civitavecchia will cost around €163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €163.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Civitavecchia without transferring at least 2 times.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Civitavecchia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €481.
Distance: 336 miles (541 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €481 Average price | €206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Civitavecchia:
A train is €454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Civitavecchia costing on average €481.
Other travel options to Civitavecchia take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €206 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €180. The journey takes 11h 36m versus 8h 53m 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.
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Trains from Marseille to Civitavecchia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 10h 11m.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average train duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 10h 11m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Exhibition spaces inside the historic fortress occasionally host art and cultural displays. Visit for the setting as much as the temporary shows.
Archaeological display area associated with the Roman baths site. Useful for interpreting the ruins and the long thermal tradition of the territory.
Elegant waterfront boulevard lined with palms and views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Ideal for strolling, people-watching, and catching the evening light.
Large seafront square and promenade facing the harbor. A classic meeting place for walks, sea views, and watching ferries come and go.
The city's main marina and public waterfront. Popular for boats, sunsets, and easy walking between the port, fortress, and seaside promenade.
Tomato-based fish soup from the Tyrrhenian coast, made with mixed local catch. It is a classic port dish tied to Civitavecchia's seafaring tradition.
Simple spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A staple along the Lazio coast, prized for very fresh shellfish from local waters.
Squid stuffed with herbs, breadcrumbs, and often tentacles, then baked or stewed. Popular in local seafood cooking and common in family-style meals.
Established seafood restaurant near the port, known for fresh fish dishes and polished service in a classic, reliable setting.
Well-known traditional seafood spot with a relaxed atmosphere, appreciated for pasta with shellfish and straightforward coastal cooking.
Casual local venue focused on Roman-Lazio and seafood dishes, offering a welcoming atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Moderate for Italy: lodging can rise on cruise days, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable versus Rome and other major tourist hubs.
Service may be included or a coperto charged. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated, not required. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is fine.
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Civitavecchia railway station -> Piazza Leandra, Civitavecchia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Civitavecchia 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 Civitavecchia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Civitavecchia trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Civitavecchia station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Civitavecchia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Civitavecchia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Bettolino, Ristorante Pizzeria da Baffone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Civitavecchia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Civitavecchia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Civitavecchia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Civitavecchia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Civitavecchia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Giorgio, Hotel de La Ville, Hotel Traiano.
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