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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Villefontaine
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
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 $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Marseille for Villefontaine on Fri, May 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
4:55 AM1h45Marseille6:40 AMVillefontaine$551One-way0 transfers
- 4:55 AM1h45Marseille6:40 AMVillefontaine$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Villefontaine
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $204.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $384 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Villefontaine:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Villefontaine costing on average $43 (€35).
A bus is $361 (€293) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Villefontaine costing on average $384 (€311).
Other travel options to Villefontaine take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 6h 53m.
The journey is about 1h 47m faster (1h 34m by train vs 3h 21m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $63 (€51)). 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.
Live departures
Marseille to Villefontaine train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Villefontaine trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:55 AM Marseille | 2h07 | 9:02 AM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
.png) | 7:36 AM Marseille | 2h26 | 10:02 AM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
 | 8:12 AM Marseille | 2h21 | 10:33 AM La Verpilliere | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Villefontaine
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Trains from Marseille to Villefontaine run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:51, 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 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 6:51 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Regionale, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Marseille to Villefontaine trainsRegionale, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille and Villefontaine from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
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
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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