Marseille to Calais by train
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Travelling from Marseille to Calais by train
Want to know how to get from Marseille to Calais by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Marseille to Calais take around 5 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 891 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Marseille is scheduled to depart at around 01:50. The last departure is usually at around 21:32 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Marseille at around 01:50, with the last train leaving at around 17:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 32 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 €95.01.
We think any time is a great time to visit Calais, 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 Calais.
Is there a direct train from Marseille to Calais?
The journey between Marseille and Calais usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Marseille to Calais 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 Marseille to Calais?
The Marseille to Calais train travel takes about 5 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Marseille to Calais train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Calais leaving Marseille at around 01:50 and the last train leaving at around 21:32 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Marseille at around 01:50, with the final departure at 17:13.
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