- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$208
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
650 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Marseille will cost around $208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 9 trains that leave Metz for Marseille on Sat, Jul 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 650 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 6 h 15 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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2872 · 6129
2870 · 6123
12189 · 5537
2580 · 6121+
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2654 · 6175
2870 · 6123
2872 · 6129
2860 · 6111
2864 · 6177Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Metz to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 403 miles (650 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Metz to Marseille:
A bus is $76 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Marseille costing on average $141 (€141).
A bus is $98 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Marseille costing on average $164 (€164).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 10h 52m.
The journey is about 1h 34m faster (6h 13m by train vs 7h 47m by car) and roughly $47 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($141 (€141) vs $188 (€188)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Marseille trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2872 · 6129 | On time 4:57 PM Metz-Ville | 6h00 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
2872 · 6187 · 5316 | On time 4:57 PM Metz-Ville | 5h29 | 10:26 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
2680 · 5488 · 5124 | On time 5:20 PM Metz-Ville | 6h28 | 11:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
2680 · 6137 | On time 5:20 PM Metz-Ville | 7h37 | 12:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
68130+ 9890 · 12510 | 5:53 AM Metz-Ville | 6h31 | 12:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
2654 · 6175 | 7:26 AM Metz-Ville | 5h48 | 1:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9877 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 6h55 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
2860 · 6111 | 8:50 AM Metz-Ville | 6h07 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
2864 · 6177 | 10:59 AM Metz-Ville | 6h15 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
12189 · 5537 | 12:10 PM Metz-Ville | 7h35 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
837640+ 2580 · 6121 | 12:40 PM Metz-Ville | 7h17 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
2870 · 6123 | 3:05 PM Metz-Ville | 5h59 | 9:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Metz to Marseille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€66) but you can travel from only $27 (€27) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 403 miles (650 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 403 miles (650 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€66) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
Moderate for France: lodging and dining cost less than Paris, while transit is reasonable. Tourist areas and the Old Port are pricier than outer districts.
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 Metz 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 Metz to Marseille trains use the Metz-Ville to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Metz and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth, Starbucks, Bonne Journée
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00, Sat: 07:00 - 19:00, Sun: 12:00 - 19:00. Information desks are located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
Available at Metz-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz-Ville: Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
Nearby hotels include ATC, Ibis Metz Centre Gare, Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare.
Metz Nord is 2 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz Nord 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 Metz Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Metz Nord.
Available at Metz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz Nord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Metz Woippy, Hotel Campanile Metz Nord, Première Classe Metz Nord - Talange.
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
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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.
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