- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$246
Average price
$246
Fastest journey
7 h 39 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pforzheim to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pforzheim to Marseille will cost around $246 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $246.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pforzheim for Marseille on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 672 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 39 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pforzheim to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 417 miles (672 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$246 Average price | $250 Average price | $114 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 35m Average total duration 17h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pforzheim to Marseille:
A bus is $132 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pforzheim to Marseille costing on average $246.
A bus is $136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pforzheim to Marseille costing on average $250.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 53m.
Bus takes on average 17h 5m.
You'll arrive about 2h 29m sooner (6h 49m by train vs 9h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $246 compared to roughly $173 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 Pforzheim to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:07 PM Pforzheim | 7h39 | 7:46 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pforzheim to Marseille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $246 but you can travel from only $61 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 417 miles (672 km) distance in 7h 39m.
Distance 417 miles (672 km) |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $246 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 39m |
First train 8:12 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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 Pforzheim 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 Pforzheim to Marseille trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Pforzheim and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pforzheim Maihälden is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Maihälden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
ATMs are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Parking, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Pforzheim Hbf is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gaststätte Fürst Blücher, Pizza Point, Ali Baba, Sawasdee - Thai-Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Pforzheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Morlock, Hotel Ruf, Hotel am Theater, Hotel Montana.
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.
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