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Trains to Marseille from Paris Montparnasse
Want to travel from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 3 hours 53 minutes to travel from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille by train. You'll find on average 26 trains per day running on this route.
Trains are direct, so once you’re on board you can sit back and relax.
TGV, AVE, Renfe and SNCF trains operate on this route.
The journey from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille starts at £14.40. Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
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Trains to Marseille from Paris Montparnasse
It takes an average of 3h 53m to travel from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille by train, over a distance of around 410 miles (660 km). There are normally 26 trains per day travelling from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille and tickets for this journey start from £14.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:00 | |
| Departure station | Paris Montparnasse | |
| Arrival station | Marseille | |
| Journey time | From 3h 4m | |
| Distance | 410 miles (660 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14.40 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, OUIGO, Renfe, SNCF, Trenitalia |
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TGV, Trenitalia, OUIGO and Intercités trains from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille
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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 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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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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Paris Montparnasse to Marseille?
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.