- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
€97
Average price
€133
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
765 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Marseille will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
Of the 14 trains that leave Rennes for Marseille on Wed, Aug 05, 2 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 765 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 49 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.
5338 · 5124
8052 · 6109
8086 · 6129
5332
12402
8722 · 6153
8710 · 6177
5332
12402
8630 · 6279 · 5316Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 475 miles (765 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€130 Average price | €122 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest | €251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Marseille:
A bus is €58 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Marseille costing on average €122.
A bus is €65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Marseille costing on average €130.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 50m.
Bus takes on average 14h 1m.
The journey is about 2h 3m faster (7h 50m by train vs 9h 53m by car) and roughly €121 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€130 vs €251). 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 Rennes to Marseille trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8610 · 6177 | On time 11:35 AM Rennes station | 5h39 | 5:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
5336 · 9830 | 12:31 PM Rennes station | 6h15 | 6:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
8090 · 6117 | 12:50 PM Rennes station | 6h04 | 6:54 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
12210 · 6121 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 6h22 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
8722 · 6153 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 5h39 | 9:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
8626 · 6127 | 3:50 PM Rennes station | 6h07 | 9:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
8630 · 6279 · 5316 | 4:35 PM Rennes station | 5h49 | 10:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
8086 · 6129 | 4:43 PM Rennes station | 6h14 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
5338 · 5124 | 5:30 PM Rennes station | 6h18 | 11:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
8088+ 5781 | 7:06 PM Rennes station | 11h27 | 6:33 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 1 transfer | |
8082 · 6107 | 6:48 AM Rennes station | 6h09 | 12:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
12402 | 7:40 AM Rennes station | 5h44 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5332 | 7:40 AM Rennes station | 5h44 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
8052 · 6109 | 7:48 AM Rennes station | 6h11 | 1:59 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rennes to Marseille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 475 miles (765 km) distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 475 miles (765 km) |
Average train duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 Rennes 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 Rennes to Marseille trains use the Rennes to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontchaillou 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 Pontchaillou.
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
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.
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.
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