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Taking the train from Bologna to Marseille in 9 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bologna to Marseille? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 41 minutes to travel the 497 km from Bologna to Marseille by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Bologna to Marseille are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Marseille? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Bologna to Marseille by train
| First train | 5:35 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:38 pm | |
| Departure station | Bologna | |
| Arrival station | Marseille | |
| Journey time | From 9h 22m | |
| Distance | 309 miles (497 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus |
FAQs about the train journey from Bologna to Marseille
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Cheap train tickets from Bologna to Marseille
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Bologna to Marseille by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.