Marseille to Paris by train

  1. Cheapest Price US$12.00
  2. 30 days in advance US$71.80
  3. 7 days in advance US$118.50
  • First train
    05:14
  • Last train
    21:03
  • Avg changes
    0
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 2m
  • Distance
    662 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    67
  • Avg. journey time
    3hr 17m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Travelling from Marseille to Paris by train

Considering a train trip from Marseille to Paris? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Marseille and Paris

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$12.00, but can go to US$101 when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and US$53 when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 12 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Marseille to Paris train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Marseille to Paris is at 05:14 and the last is at 19:12. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:04 and the last one is at 21:03. You can expect 67 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 2 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Marseille to Paris?

On this route spanning 662 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 2 minutes.

Booking time frame: Marseille to Paris trains

Tickets for travel to Paris along this route are available for purchase 12 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Marseille to Paris

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Paris city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Marseille to Paris

Want to know more about your journey from Marseille to Paris? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What’s the distance from Marseille to Paris by train?

The train route from Marseille to Paris covers 662 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Marseille to Paris cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is US$12.00. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically US$101. If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around US$53.

How far in advance can I book my Marseille to Paris train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 12 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Marseille to Paris by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 2 minutes.

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TGV

The fastest high-speed TGV trains travel non-stop from Marseille to Paris. Most trains make two stops along the way, extending the journey time by about 15 minutes. This is France’s premier high-speed rail route. A journey which used to take the best part of a day can now be completed in a morning.

The route runs north to cross the River Rhône east of Lyon. Then it skirts Burgundy and follows the high-speed line north-west through the chalklands of the Île de France to reach Paris. Almost before you know it, you’ve swapped the scents and sounds of Provence for the hustle and bustle of the French capital.

Marseille to Paris

There are direct fast TGV trains each day from Marseille to Paris, with extra services on peak travel days. Trains leave from St Charles station in Marseille. Most services stop twice in Provence (at Aix and Avignon) before the fast dash north towards the French capital. In Paris the trains from Marseille terminate at the Gare de Lyon.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.