The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Villefontaine
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Villefontaine is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Villefontaine will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Villefontaine without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Villefontaine
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Villefontaine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €196.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €332 Average price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Marseille to Villefontaine train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Villefontaine trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:34 AM Marseille | 2h27 | 9:01 AM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Marseille | 3h42 | 2:02 PM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:12 PM Marseille | 2h21 | 2:33 PM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:36 PM Marseille | 2h26 | 5:02 PM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:12 PM Marseille | 2h21 | 5:33 PM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Villefontaine
Trains from Marseille to Villefontaine run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 07:48 |
Last train 21:26 |
Train companies: SNCF, TGV INOUI from Marseille to Villefontaine trainsSNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille and Villefontaine from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Villefontaine
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Villefontaine 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 Villefontaine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Villefontaine
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- 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.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
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