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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
740 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
Of the 2 trains that leave Saint-Nazaire for Marseille on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 740 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 9 h 18 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.
2:39 PM8h09Saint-Nazaire10:48 PMMarseille$1801One-way0 transfers- 7:39 AM9h18Saint-Nazaire4:57 PMMarseille$3001One-way0 transfers
- 2:39 PM8h09Saint-Nazaire10:48 PMMarseille$1801One-way0 transfers
- 7:39 AM9h18Saint-Nazaire4:57 PMMarseille$3001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Saint-Nazaire to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 459 miles (740 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$167 Average price | $127 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $307 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 35m Average total duration 15h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille:
A bus is $38 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille costing on average $127 (€101).
A bus is $78 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille costing on average $167 (€133).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 57m.
Bus takes on average 15h 5m.
The journey is about 3h 23m faster (5h 57m by train vs 9h 20m by car) and roughly $140 (€112) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($167 (€133) vs $307 (€245)). 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.
Live departures
Saint-Nazaire to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Marseille trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:39 AM Saint-Nazaire | 9h21 | 5:00 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 AM Saint-Nazaire | 7h47 | 6:57 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 4:23 PM Saint-Nazaire | 13h10 | 5:33 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille
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Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€58) but you can travel from only $73 (€58) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 459 miles (740 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 459 miles (740 km) |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€58) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Saint-Nazaire and Marseille from $73 (€58). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire to Marseille
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Skipper
- Le Ponton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire
- Hotel Aquilon
- Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, partly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to parking and taxis
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line T1
- Taxi: Available outside the station
DiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingAccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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