- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations, famous for its contemporary lattice architecture on the waterfront.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 12 trains that leave Marseille for Marseille Provence Airport on Tue, Jun 16, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 18 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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879130Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. 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 $9, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport:
A train is $31 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Marseille Provence Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (17m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $6 (€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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
879118 | 8:05 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h21 | 8:26 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
876554 | 8:22 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h14 | 8:36 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
886556 | 8:40 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 8:59 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879622 | 9:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 9:26 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879110 | 9:33 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 9:52 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879516 | 10:43 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 11:01 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879130 | 11:05 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 11:23 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
886560 | 11:40 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 11:59 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879134 | 12:06 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h21 | 12:27 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
876558 | 12:23 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h14 | 12:37 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
17702 | 12:51 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h15 | 1:06 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879638 | 1:05 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 1:23 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
886568 | 1:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h20 | 2:00 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879142 | 2:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 2:26 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879522 | 2:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 2:59 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879646 | 3:06 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 3:25 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879528 | 3:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h19 | 3:59 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879650 | 4:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 4:26 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
876562 | 4:22 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h14 | 4:36 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
879654 | 4:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0h18 | 4:58 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Marseille Provence Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille Provence Airport trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations, famous for its contemporary lattice architecture on the waterfront.
Historic almshouse in Le Panier housing museums and cultural exhibitions; valued as much for its architecture as for its collections.
Major city history museum beside the Old Port Centre Bourse site, known for its ancient Greek and Roman remains.
The historic harbor and social heart of Marseille, ideal for walking, boat departures, markets and classic waterfront views.
Marseille's oldest quarter, loved for colorful streets, stairways, artisan shops and highly photogenic facades.
Spectacular coastal national park of limestone inlets, turquoise water and hiking routes, one of the region's top natural attractions.
Marseille’s iconic fish stew with Mediterranean rockfish, shellfish, and saffron broth, traditionally served with rouille and bread.
A Provençal garlic mayonnaise often served with vegetables, eggs, and salt cod; a classic regional Sunday-style dish.
Fried chickpea flour slices or cakes from Marseille and Provence, crisp outside and soft inside, commonly eaten as a snack.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Provençal and Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate Old Port setting.
Classic Vallon des Auffes institution celebrated for bouillabaisse and seafood, with a famous harbor-side Marseille atmosphere.
Beloved longstanding spot in Le Panier, famous for wood-fired pizza, seafood, and hearty Marseille classics in a lively room.
Airport prices are higher than in central Marseille. Coffee and snacks are pricey, but standard meals remain manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent table service is appreciated. No tip is expected for counter service.
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Marseille Provence Airport -> Marseille Saint-Charles
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