- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€140
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€160
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meroux to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meroux to Marseille will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Meroux to Marseille, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 493 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meroux to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €74, while a flight costs an average of €660.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€148 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest | €660 Average price | €103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 Meroux to Marseille:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Meroux to Marseille costing on average €148.
A bus is €586 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Meroux to Marseille costing on average €660.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 22m.
Bus takes on average 9h 5m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (5h 22m by train vs 6h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €148 compared to roughly €103 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 | TGV INOUI.
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 Meroux to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:07 PM Meroux | 4h38 | 7:45 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:34 PM Meroux | 4h12 | 9:46 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Meroux to Marseille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €74 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €74 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meroux to Marseille 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 Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Meroux to Marseille trains use the Belfort - Montbéliard TGV to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Meroux and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Belfort - Montbéliard TGV is 1 km from Meroux city centre. Public transport options include:
Belfort - Montbéliard TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Belfort - Montbéliard TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Belfort - Montbéliard TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Belfort - Montbéliard TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Belfort - Montbéliard TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfort - Montbéliard TGV: Ramps, restrooms.
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.
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