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    Traveling from Marseille to Basel by train

    Looking to travel from Marseille to Basel by train? You've come to the right place!

    On average, it takes around 11 hours 12 minutes to travel from Marseille to Basel by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 30 minutes though. You'll usually find 22 trains per day running along the 505 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Basel, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You'll be traveling with AVE, ICE or Renfe on your way to Basel, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

    Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Marseille to Basel start from $95.38 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.

    If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Basel by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.

    Marseille to Basel by train

    It takes an average of 11h 12m to travel from Marseille to Basel by train, over a distance of around 314 miles (505 km). There are normally 22 trains per day traveling from Marseille to Basel and tickets for this journey start from $95.38 when you book in advance.

    First train

    6:34 am

    Last train

    8:14 pm

    Departure station

    Marseille

    Arrival station

    Basel

    Journey time

    From 5h 30m

    Distance

    314 miles (505 km)

    Frequency

    22 trains per day

    Changes

    1 change

    Price

    From $95.38

    Train and bus operators

    ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, FlixTrain, OUIGO, Renfe, SNCF Voyageurs, TGV Lyria, Trenitalia

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Marseille to Basel?

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

    How do you get to Basel from Marseille?

    To travel to Basel from Marseille, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 11 hours and 12 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 30 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

    How long is the train ride from Marseille to Basel?

    Trains from Marseille to Basel take an average of 11 hours and 12 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 30 minutes. You'll usually find 22 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

    How much is the train to Basel from Marseille?

    Train tickets to Basel from Marseille can start from $95.38 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

    Can I get a high-speed train from Marseille to Basel?

    Yes, you can get a high-speed train from Marseille to Basel in as little as 5 hours and 30 minutes on the fastest services. High-speed trains from OUIGO and TGV Lyria offer a range of classes and onboard services - take a look to see what suits you best!

    What are the train times from Marseille to Basel?

    Check out the next trains departing from Marseille to Basel for Tuesday Dec 30th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesDuration
    11:23 am6:50 pm7h 27m, 2 changes
    2:12 pm8:08 pm5h 56m, 3 changes
    2:56 pm8:26 pm5h 30m, 1 change
    4:12 pm4:15 am12h 3m, 3 changes
    5:14 pm4:55 am11h 41m, 5 changes
    5:14 pm5:56 am12h 42m, 4 changes
    5:14 pm6:29 am13h 15m, 3 changes
    5:22 pm8:55 am15h 33m, 8 changes
    5:22 pm9:00 am15h 38m, 7 changes
    5:22 pm9:26 am16h 4m, 6 changes

    Trenitalia, OUIGO, TGV Lyria and SBB trains from Marseille to Basel

    You can travel from Marseille to Basel on Trenitalia, OUIGO, TGV Lyria and SBB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    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.

    PhotoCramos, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    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.

    PhotoChabe01, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).

    The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

    What AVE, OUIGO, Intercity and Regional trains classes are there from Marseille to Basel?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by AVE, OUIGO, Intercity and Regional trains when traveling from Marseille to Basel.

    What are the onboard services on AVE, OUIGO, Intercity and Regional trains?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Marseille to Basel.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of baggage that do not exceed 290cm (114.1 inches) and 25kg (55.1 pounds). In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of baggage are 85 x 55 x 35cm (33.4 x 21.6 x 13.7 inches). Musical instruments also count as hand baggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38cm (11.8 x 47.2 x 14.9 inches) and are stored in a case.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard dining car. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff will pass through each car with a food and drink cart.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment pass. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm (70.8 inches), it's considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm or 47.2 x 35.4 x 15.7 inches).

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg (22 pounds) and travels inside a cage or carrier that measures max 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23 x 13 x 13 inches). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re traveling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    One piece of hand baggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin baggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus.​

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains.
    On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in car 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services.
    For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 for all journeys.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.)

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in car 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
    • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
    • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
    • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can travel with your bike for free on all Intercity trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 17.7 inches). Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
    • If you can't fold your bike, some Intercity trains allow you to take your bike on board. However, you’ll need to book a space and buy a ticket. There are 6 bike spaces in car 3 and 2 e-bike chargers.
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Small pets can travel on all Intercity trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches).
    • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them. Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm (47.2 x 31.4 x 17.7 inches).
    • If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches).
    • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Marseille to Basel?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Marseille to Basel starts at $95.38§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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