- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
€132
Average price
€187
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
961 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Marseille will cost around €187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €132.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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6115Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a train costs an average of €117.
Distance: 597 miles (961 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€245 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price | €290 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Marseille:
A bus is €29 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Marseille costing on average €101.
A bus is €173 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Marseille costing on average €245.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 51m.
Bus takes on average 17h 50m.
The journey is about 5h 52m faster (5h 51m by train vs 11h 43m by car) and roughly €45 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€245 vs €290). 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.
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 Rotterdam to Marseille trains for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9344+ 6129 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h29 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9344+ 6123 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h29 | 8:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9344+ 6127 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h29 | 9:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9344+ 6153 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h46 | 9:14 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9458+ 6129 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h59 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9358+ 6129 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h59 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9458+ 5781 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 15h35 | 6:33 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 1 transfer | |
9362+ 6129 | 3:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h29 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9362+ 5781 | 3:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 15h05 | 6:33 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 1 transfer | |
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9310+ 6111 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h00 | 2:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6115 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h00 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6121 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 13h00 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6129 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 12h59 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6115 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h59 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6121 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h59 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 6129 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 12h29 | 10:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 6115 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h29 | 5:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 6121 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h29 | 7:57 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €96 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 597 miles (961 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 597 miles (961 km) |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €96 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 8:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
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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.
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Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
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Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
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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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Marseille trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal 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: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Rotterdam Blaak 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: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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.
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