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Musée Jean Cocteau Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$51
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$57
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
3 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 15
17
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Menton will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Menton without transferring at least once.
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17469 · 86019
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17469 · 86019Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Menton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a flight costs an average of $523.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$56 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $523 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Menton:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Menton costing on average $56 (€46).
A bus is $499 (€406) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Menton costing on average $523 (€425).
Other travel options to Menton take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 58m.
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 36m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Menton trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17483 · 86055 | On time 1:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 5:35 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17485 · 86059 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 6:35 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17487 · 86065 | 3:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 7:36 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17489 · 86069 | 4:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h40 | 8:37 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
6177+ 86073 | On time 5:28 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h37 | 9:05 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17491 · 881169 | 5:55 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h25 | 10:20 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
17467 · 86015 | 5:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 9:36 AM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17469 · 86019 | 6:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h38 | 10:35 AM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17471 · 86025 | 7:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h40 | 11:37 AM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17473 · 86033 | 8:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 4h10 | 1:07 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17475 · 86035 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h39 | 1:36 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
6805+ 86037 | 10:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h48 | 2:06 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17477 · 86039 | 10:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h41 | 2:38 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17479 · 86045 | 11:56 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h42 | 3:38 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
6173+ 86047 | 12:28 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h37 | 4:05 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
17481 · 86049 | 12:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h35 | 4:32 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
6175+ 86053 | 1:28 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h37 | 5:05 PM Menton station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Marseille to Menton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Historic fort museum focused on Jean Cocteau, with drawings, mosaics, and a memorable location beside Menton’s old port.
Regional art museum in the old town presenting modern and contemporary works in an atmospheric historic building.
Menton’s oldest quarter of steep lanes, colorful façades, and stairways leading to churches, viewpoints, and the sea.
Long seaside promenade ideal for walking, beaches, Belle Époque façades, and classic Riviera views across Menton Bay.
Formal seafront gardens with sculptures, lawns, and event spaces, especially popular during Menton’s famous lemon festival.
Menton’s famous lemon tart made with the town’s prized citrus. Bright, fragrant, and central to local identity and the annual lemon festival.
A Niçoise and Menton specialty of sliced vegetables baked in olive oil. It reflects the Riviera’s market produce and Mediterranean home cooking.
Thin chickpea flour pancake cooked until crisp. Common across the Riviera, it is a beloved street snack in nearby Nice and Menton.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by Mauro Colagreco, famous for Riviera produce and refined tasting menus in a luxurious seafront setting.
Historic Belle Époque restaurant known for classic French and Mediterranean dishes in a grand, traditional dining room by the sea.
Well-regarded casual address serving fresh Italian and Mediterranean plates, with a relaxed atmosphere near the old town and seafront.
Menton is moderate for the Riviera: stays cost less than Nice or Monaco, but dining and summer prices are still above many French towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Menton trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Menton 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.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Menton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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