Travelling from Calais to Marseille by train

Want to know how to get from Calais to Marseille by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Calais to Marseille take around 5 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 891 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Calais is scheduled to depart at around  04:53. The last departure is usually at around 19:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Calais at around 06:04, with the last train leaving at around 18:32. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$136.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Marseille, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Marseille.

Is there a direct train from Calais to Marseille?

The journey between Calais and Marseille usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Calais to Marseille every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Calais to Marseille?

The Calais to Marseille train travel takes about 5 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Calais to Marseille train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Marseille leaving Calais at around 04:53 and the last train leaving at around 19:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Calais at around 06:04, with the final departure at 18:32.