Marseille to Genoa by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Marseille to Genoa?

The journey between Marseille and Genoa usually involves one change of train. We have found some direct departures on this route but these are less frequent than routes requiring a change.ZeroTrains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

Q: How long does it take to travel from Marseille to Genoa?

The Marseille to Genoa train travel takes about 5 hours and 35 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price €6.26
30 days in advance €63.75

First train

11:24
Last train

15:31

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

5hr 35m

Distance

310 kilometres
Trains per day

5

Avg. journey time

5hr 38m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 09, 2026

Marseille to Genoa train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Marseille to Genoa take around 5 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 310 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Marseille is scheduled to depart at around 11:27. The last departure is usually at around 15:31 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Marseille at around 11:24, with the last train leaving at around 15:31. On average, there are about 5 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €6.26.

We think any time is a great time to visit Genoa, 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 Genoa.

Is there a direct train from Marseille to Genoa?

Yes, there is a direct train from Marseille to Genoa.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

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

The Marseille to Genoa train travel takes about 5 hours and 35 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Marseille to Genoa train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Genoa leaving Marseille at around 11:27 and the last train leaving at around 15:31 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Marseille at around 11:24, with the final departure at 15:31.

Genoa to Marseille by train

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Thello EuroCity

It is easy to travel by train from Marseille to Genoa. This key route links the principal city of Provence with the capital of Liguria. This rail route runs via the Riviera coast, skirting the Côte d’Azur to cross the French-Italian border between Menton and Ventimiglia. The route is served by just three direct EuroCity trains each week, which is run by Italian rail operator Thello.

If the timings of the direct service don’t suit your schedule, you can still follow the classic Riviera coastal route from Marseille to Genoa using other trains. There are usually three other options per day, each requiring one or two easy changes of train along the way, normally at Nice Ville and sometimes also in Ventimiglia.