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Travel from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train in 14 hours 13 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train is 18 hours 58 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 14 hours 13 minutes. Around 5 trains per day travel the 504 miles (811 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Balsicas-Mar Menor. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Renfe or OUIGO, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor in our Journey Planner.
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Trains to Balsicas-Mar Menor from Marseille St-Charles
| First train | 08:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 15:26 | |
| Departure station | Marseille St-Charles | |
| Arrival station | Balsicas-Mar Menor | |
| Journey time | From 14h 13m | |
| Distance | 504 miles (811 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor?
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OUIGO and Renfe trains from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor
OUIGO
Renfe
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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Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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What OUIGO classes are there from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor?
Compare the different travel classes offered by OUIGO when travelling from Marseille St-Charles to Balsicas-Mar Menor.
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 Balsicas-Mar Menor.
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 Balsicas-Mar Menor?
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.