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Plan your journey from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles
Considering a trip to Marseille St-Charles and need more information on how to take the train from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles? Start your search with us today!
Usually, the train from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles takes around 9 hours 31 minutes. Every day, there are around 14 trains running on this popular route.
There will be 1 change on your journey from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles, as there are no direct trains.
SNCF, Trenitalia, SBB and OUIGO trains operate on this route.
From Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles, tickets start from just £100.60. Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
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Trains to Marseille St-Charles from Zurich Hb
It takes an average of 9h 31m to travel from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles by train, over a distance of around 321 miles (516 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles and tickets for this journey start from £100.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 00:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Zurich Hb | |
| Arrival station | Marseille St-Charles | |
| Journey time | From 6h 16m | |
| Distance | 321 miles (516 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £100.60 | |
| Train and bus operators | ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Ceske Drahy, Flixbus, OUIGO, SNCF, Trenitalia |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles?
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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SBB, OUIGO, SNCF and Trenitalia trains from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles
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OUIGO
SNCF
Trenitalia
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).
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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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SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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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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What Intercity and OUIGO classes are there from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity and OUIGO when travelling from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles.
Intercity
OUIGO
Economy
Take advantage of the restaurant carriage which offers a menu made of high-quality produce. Travelling with kids? Choose your seats in the dedicated Family Zone.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Family area
- Power sockets at each seat
- Extra luggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
First Class
In First Class, you'll get to travel in comfortable seats, enjoy free WiFi, as well as more space for your luggage and individual plug sockets (German + Swiss).
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Family area
- Power sockets at each seat
- Extra luggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
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 Intercity and OUIGO?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles.
Intercity
OUIGO
What luggage limits are there? | You can take as much luggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the luggage racks provided. |
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What food and drink is available? | Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro carriage so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | There are plug sockets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | There is pushchair storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family carriage. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle onboard SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities. |
What special assistance is available? | SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet. |
What else do I need to know? | There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains. |
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 Zurich Hb to Marseille St-Charles?
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.