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Travelling from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire by train
Looking to travel from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 54 minutes to travel from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 460 miles (740 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to St-Nazaire, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Trains on this route are usually operated by either Trenitalia or OUIGO. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire.
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 St-Nazaire by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Trains to St-Nazaire from Marseille St-Charles
| First train | 05:16 | |
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| Last train | 20:54 | |
| Departure station | Marseille St-Charles | |
| Arrival station | St-Nazaire | |
| Journey time | From 6h 47m | |
| Distance | 460 miles (740 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, OUIGO, SNCF Voyageurs, Trenitalia |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire?
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Trenitalia and OUIGO trains from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire
Trenitalia
OUIGO
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 brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.
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What OUIGO classes are there from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire?
Compare the different travel classes offered by OUIGO when travelling from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire.
Standard Class
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV INOUI's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a plug socket, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage (1)
- Catering at your seat (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power sockets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
What are the onboard services on OUIGO?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire.
What luggage limits are there? | One piece of hand luggage (40 x 30 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (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. |
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What 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. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost. |
What 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. |
Can 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. |
Can 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.) |
What special assistance is available? | Passengers with reduced mobility can travel onboard OUIGO trains. You can also request the "Assist'enGare" service for help at the station. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Marseille St-Charles to St-Nazaire?
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
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.