- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Marseille will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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9206Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 320 miles (516 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$204 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Marseille:
A bus is $149 (€149) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Marseille costing on average $204 (€204).
A bus is $190 (€190) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Marseille costing on average $246 (€246).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Bus takes on average 11h 56m.
The journey is about 28m faster (6h 52m by train vs 7h 20m by car) and roughly $20 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($204 (€204) vs $225 (€225)). 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 Zurich to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9206+ 9877 | 6:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h05 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9222+ 5537 | 1:34 PM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
9226+ 12180 | 3:34 PM Zurich HB | 6h12 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich to Marseille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€100) but you can travel from only $29 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 320 miles (516 km) distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 320 miles (516 km) |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€100) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 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.
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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.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
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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.
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Most Zurich to Marseille trains use the Zürich HB to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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.
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