The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Marseille
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Marseille will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 24 trains that leave Montpellier for Marseille on Thu, May 28, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
097257:54 PM1h39Montpellier-Saint-Roch9:33 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$111One-way0 transfers
46658:59 PM1h40Montpellier-Saint-Roch10:39 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$191One-way0 transfers
8765423:33 PM2h05Montpellier-Saint-Roch5:38 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$191One-way0 transfers
465712:58 PM1h46Montpellier-Saint-Roch2:44 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$241One-way0 transfers
46614:58 PM1h39Montpellier-Saint-Roch6:37 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$241One-way0 transfers
465510:59 AM1h37Montpellier-Saint-Roch12:36 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$241One-way0 transfers
46519:00 AM1h38Montpellier-Saint-Roch10:38 AMMarseille Saint-Charles$241One-way0 transfers
46614:58 PM1h39Montpellier-Saint-Roch6:37 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$241One-way0 transfers
097257:54 PM1h39Montpellier-Saint-Roch9:33 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$111One-way0 transfers
46658:59 PM1h40Montpellier-Saint-Roch10:39 PMMarseille Saint-Charles$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Montpellier to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Montpellier to Marseille:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Marseille costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Montpellier to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Marseille trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876534 | Delayed 5:52 AM 7:32 AMMontpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h07 | 7:59 AM 7:59 AMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6250+ 876534 | Delayed 7:47 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 1h52 | 7:59 AM 7:59 AMMarseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
4651 | On time 9:00 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h38 | 10:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6871 · 12510 | On time 10:02 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h23 | 12:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
4655 | Delayed 9:04 AM 10:59 AMMontpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h37 | 10:41 AM 10:41 AMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
876412+ 879343+ 6109 | 11:12 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h47 | 1:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
876412+ 879539 | 11:12 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 3h08 | 2:20 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
4657 | 12:58 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h46 | 2:44 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
876414+ 17703 | 1:12 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h56 | 4:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
876414+ 879353+ 6813 | 1:12 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h22 | 3:34 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
4659 | 2:59 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h38 | 4:37 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
876542 | 3:33 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h05 | 5:38 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
4661 | 4:58 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h39 | 6:37 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
876546 | 5:33 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h05 | 7:38 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
4663 | 6:58 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h42 | 8:40 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
86994+ 879389+ 9580 | 7:12 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h43 | 9:55 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
09725 | Delayed 5:55 PM 7:54 PMMontpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h39 | 9:33 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
6875 · 5316 | 7:58 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 2h26 | 10:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
4665 | 8:59 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 1h40 | 10:39 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
876530 | 5:31 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h07 | 7:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
876532 | 6:35 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 2h03 | 8:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Marseille
Trains from Montpellier to Marseille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 9:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Montpellier to Marseille trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Montpellier and Marseille from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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ZOU!
TER
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FAQs: Trains from Montpellier to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Marseille
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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