Trains from Marseille to Bari
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How to travel from Marseille to Bari by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Marseille to Bari? Look no further.
You'll usually find 13 trains per day running between Marseille and Bari, which usually take 20 hours 58 minutes to complete the 976 km journey. It can take as little as 14 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bari from Marseille, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. During your journey, you're likely to be traveling with TGV, Frecciarossa or Frecciabianca, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Marseille to Bari if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $99.53. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Marseille to Bari by train
It takes an average of 20h 58m to travel from Marseille to Bari by train, over a distance of around 606 miles (976 km). There are normally 13 trains per day traveling from Marseille to Bari and tickets for this journey start from $99.53 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:57 | |
| Departure station | Marseille | |
| Arrival station | Bari | |
| Journey time | From 14h 54m | |
| Distance | 606 miles (976 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $99.53 | |
| Train and bus operators | Flixbus, Marino, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trenitalia, SNCF, Itabus, OUIGO, Italo, Trenord, TGV Lyria, ALSA |
TGV, Trenitalia, OUIGO and Intercités trains from Marseille to Bari
TGV
Trenitalia
OUIGO
Intercités
TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 200 mph (320 km/h). All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and fold-down tables. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with flexible fare options available and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.
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Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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OUIGO is the low-cost, high-speed train service operated by the French national train company SNCF. Despite having only one class on board, OUIGO trains offer the same comfort as Second Class seats on TGV trains, although OUIGO tickets are only available to purchase online. To make your journey as smooth as possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and bear in mind that there's an additional fee for bringing a suitcase with you, having a seat with power sockets and travelling with a stroller/buggy.
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Intercités is the classic service of SNCF. The Intercités lines are an important part of the French rail network. Trains make more stops and are cheaper than TGVs, and run at speeds of up to 100 mph (160 km/h). Two comfort classes are offered aboard Intercités – First Class and Second Class. Intercités by night allows you to travel at night on certain routes, in sleeper cars.
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TGV INOUI, Frecciarossa, Italo and Frecciargento classes from Marseille to Bari
Compare the different travel classes offered by TGV INOUI, Frecciarossa, Italo and Frecciargento when traveling from Marseille to Bari.
TGV INOUI
Frecciarossa
Italo
Frecciargento
Second Class
In Second Class, TGV INOUI allows you to travel comfortably while enjoying the onboard services, such as free WiFi, power outlets and more.
- Free WiFi
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Dining car
- Power outlets
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Reading light
- More legroom
- Quiet area
First Class
Prefer to travel in style? Upgrade to First Class and you’ll enjoy all the benefits of Second Class as well as some additional extras.
- Free WiFi
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Dining car
- Power outlets
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Reading light
- More legroom
- Quiet area
Standard
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi, but at a cheaper price.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- More legroom
- Welcome service
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Gourmet menu
- Free magazines/newspapers
Premium
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and baggage space, as well as a welcome service supplying complimentary snacks and drinks, newspapers and gourmet meals.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- More legroom
- Welcome service
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Gourmet menu
- Free magazines/newspapers
Business
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, Easy Gourmet meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- More legroom
- Welcome service
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Gourmet menu
- Free magazines/newspapers
Executive
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 8 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- More legroom
- Welcome service
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Gourmet menu
- Free magazines/newspapers
Smart
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Prima
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Club Executive
If you want to travel in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free access to Italo Club Lounge.
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Second Class
Frecciargento's Standard Class comes with plenty of amenities, including reclining seats, power sockets, free WiFi and entertainment portal.
- Air conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Reading light
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- Welcome service
First Class
In addition to all the perks available in Second Class, Frecciargento's First Class also offers a welcome service including a complimentary sweet or savory snack and a hot or cold drink.
- Air conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Reading light
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- Welcome service
Cheap train tickets from Marseille to Bari
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 Marseille to Bari 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.
FAQs for Marseille to Bari
How long does the train from Marseille to Bari take?
The average journey time by train between Marseille and Bari is 20 hours and 58 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Marseille and Bari by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Marseille to Bari is 14 hours and 54 minutes.
How much does the train from Marseille to Bari cost?
Train tickets from Marseille to Bari can start from as little as $99.53 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Is there a direct train from Marseille to Bari?
No, there are no direct train services from Marseille to Bari. Travelling from Marseille to Bari by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Marseille to Bari leave?
The first train from Marseille to Bari leaves at 06:36. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Marseille to Bari leave?
The last train from Marseille to Bari leaves at 19:57. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Marseille and Bari by train?
Trains travelling from Marseille to Bari cover a distance of around 606 miles (976 km) during the journey.