- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations, famous for its contemporary lattice architecture on the waterfront.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport without transferring at least once.
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879130Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$29 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Marseille Provence Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 7m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $29 (€24) 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 TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, AVE.
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 Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4657+ 886569 | Delayed 12:06 PM 1:26 PMNîmes station | 1h33 | 2:59 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
4661+ 879557 | 5:26 PM Nîmes station | 1h32 | 6:58 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
4663+ 879542 | 7:26 PM Nîmes station | 3h35 | 11:01 PM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
4651+ 879130 | 9:27 AM Nîmes station | 1h56 | 11:23 AM Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
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Discover the best of Marseille Provence Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille Provence Airport trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations, famous for its contemporary lattice architecture on the waterfront.
Historic almshouse in Le Panier housing museums and cultural exhibitions; valued as much for its architecture as for its collections.
Major city history museum beside the Old Port Centre Bourse site, known for its ancient Greek and Roman remains.
The historic harbor and social heart of Marseille, ideal for walking, boat departures, markets and classic waterfront views.
Marseille's oldest quarter, loved for colorful streets, stairways, artisan shops and highly photogenic facades.
Spectacular coastal national park of limestone inlets, turquoise water and hiking routes, one of the region's top natural attractions.
Marseille’s iconic fish stew with Mediterranean rockfish, shellfish, and saffron broth, traditionally served with rouille and bread.
A Provençal garlic mayonnaise often served with vegetables, eggs, and salt cod; a classic regional Sunday-style dish.
Fried chickpea flour slices or cakes from Marseille and Provence, crisp outside and soft inside, commonly eaten as a snack.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Provençal and Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate Old Port setting.
Classic Vallon des Auffes institution celebrated for bouillabaisse and seafood, with a famous harbor-side Marseille atmosphere.
Beloved longstanding spot in Le Panier, famous for wood-fired pizza, seafood, and hearty Marseille classics in a lively room.
Airport prices are higher than in central Marseille. Coffee and snacks are pricey, but standard meals remain manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent table service is appreciated. No tip is expected for counter service.
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Marseille Provence Airport -> Marseille Saint-Charles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport 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 Provence Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nîmes to Marseille Provence Airport trains use the Nîmes to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at L'Estaque. Use this guide to compare Nîmes and Marseille Provence Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nîmes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
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.
L'Estaque is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
L'Estaque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at L'Estaque.
ATMs are available at L'Estaque.
Available at L'Estaque: WC.
Available at L'Estaque: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Estaque.
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.
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