Train Basel Marseille

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Information about the Basel to Marseille train

Travel by train from Basel to Marseille. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Basel at 5h 36m and the last at 16h 34m, allowing you to cover the 760 km distance in as little as 5h 11m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

6h 23m

Shortest route time

5h 11m

First hour of departure

5h 36m

Last hour of departure

16h 34m

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How much does a train ticket from Basel to Marseille cost?

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Marseille take?

The Basel to Marseille journey takes no more than 6h 23m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Marseille?

The minimum time to travel by train between Basel and Marseille is 5h 11m.

How many trains run from Basel to Marseille each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 7 Basel – Marseille trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Marseille?

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Basel and Marseille.

What is the distance between Basel and Marseille by train?

By train, about 760 km separate Marseille from Basel.

What time is the first train from Basel to Marseille?

Want to arrive early? Take the first Basel to Marseille train at 5h 36m.

What time is the last train from Basel to Marseille?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 16h 34m.

To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: BASEL SBB.

At Marseille, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES.

Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Marseille?

Travel on a train operated by TER, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, OUIGO for your journey from Basel to Marseille.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, travel stress-free with your family, including young children. You can travel for free with a pushchair. Just remember to select the "pushchair" option when purchasing your OUIGO ticket.

On board TGV INOUI trains, you can order your meals via a Wi-Fi portal and collect them without queuing! What more could you want? Want to enjoy a hot meal at 300 km/h? We’ve got it covered!

With TGV Lyria, enjoy a bar carriage offering cold and hot drinks, sweet and savoury snacks, as well as varied gourmet dishes made from local and seasonal products. In PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE class, you can enjoy a meal served on a plate at your seat.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Marseille?

The price of a Basel – Marseille train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Basel to Marseille thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Marseille.

Price of a Basel – Marseille Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Basel to Marseille: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Basel to Marseille at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Basel – Marseille

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Basel to Marseille? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Basel – Marseille Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Basel to Marseille. For last-minute train tickets from Basel to Marseille, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Basel to Marseille and alternative routes

For your journey to Marseille, if a direct train is available from Basel, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Basel to Marseille?

If you're travelling from Basel to Marseille, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Basel to Marseille with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Basel to Marseille on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Basel to Marseille: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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TGV Lyria

Travel from Basel to Marseille with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!

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DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

Thanks to the partnership between SNCF and Deutsche Bahn you can discover Germany's varied scenery whether you're on a weekend break, a holiday or a business trip. Enjoy easy, top-speed travel between Basel and Marseille! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.

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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Basel to Marseille with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Basel to Marseille in advance!

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What travel classes are available on the Basel to Marseille train?

To travel from Basel to Marseille, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Basel to Marseille by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Basel to Marseille and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

TGV Lyria

TGV Lyria operates the journey between Basel and Marseille. You can choose from one of the three classes:

STANDARD

A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.

PREMIERE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use

PREMIERE SIGNATURE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
Complimentary drinks
Flexible access to the day's trains
Total flexibility regarding ticket use

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

To travel from Basel to Marseille, hop on a DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train and enjoy the comfort of one of two classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage
Reading light and small table
Trilingual staff
Access to the buffet car

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage
Reading light and small table
Trilingual staff
Access to the buffet car
Access to Grand Voyageur station lounges

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Basel to Marseille. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

What on-board services are available on the Basel to Marseille train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Basel to Marseille route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
Disabled access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel connected

Enjoy free Wi-Fi on board and explore a world of services and content on the TGV INOUI Portal.
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Looking for a tasty break?

We’re waiting for you at the Bistro — with chef-inspired dishes, vegetarian options, organic choices, and local specialties. Order online and save time when picking up your meal.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You’ll enjoy a wonderful journey onboard our train
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
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Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the bar

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the bar without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

TGV Lyria

Your train, more flexible

With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.
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Your train, more responsible

By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.
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Your train, more fun

Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.
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Your train, for gourmets.

A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.
Travel at high-speed

Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
Wifi onboard

An internet connection available to all
A comfortable journey

A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
Arrive in the city center

Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
Best rates

Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!
Many destinations

Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
On board catering

"La Table", refined and inventive menus in BUSINESS 1ERE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
Prepare your journey

Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
Travel with your pet

Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.
Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station

Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.
Family and nursery space

Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.
Disabled acces

In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
Transport your bike

You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
Leave in group

Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!
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DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

Book your tickets early

Book up to 6 months in advance
My luggage

Your luggage must be visibly labelled. Are considered as hand luggage: skis, strollers, wheelchairs, nautical boards (cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum).
Frankfurt, Munich and many others ...

Embark our trains and travel to 10 different German cities.
Stay connected

Free wifi and electrical outlets are available on board.
Best prices

Travel to Germany from €39. Why do you hesitate?
My animals

Small animals (in a container of 45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum) and dogs accompanying persons with disabilities travel for free. (2)
My bike

The transportation of foldes bikes or if the wheels are disassembled (contained in a cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum) is free.
Catering on board

Bar car with TGV INOUI and restaurant / bistro car with ICE. Order online in TGV INOUI trains
Family space and nursery

Family areas and nursery area with ICE
Franco-German services

Franco-German crew
Paris Metro ticket

Paris metro ticket sales
Disabled accessibility

Accessible to people with reduced mobility, seats reserved for travelers in wheelchairs

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Classique Trains.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Insurance

Discover our formulas missed train and cancellation with our partner Allianz Travel
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Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Basel to Marseille train schedule for Tuesday 25 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 36m	13h 14m	7h 38m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
5h 36m Basel Sbb TER 96202 5h 44m Saint-Louis 5h 59m Mulhouse 6h 11m Bollwiller 6h 19m Rouffach 6h 27m Colmar 6h 40m Selestat 6h 51m Benfeld 6h 56m Erstein 7h 09m Strasbourg Connection: 10 min 7h 19m Strasbourg TGV INOUI 2350 9h 05m Paris Est Connection: 1h05 10h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6175 13h 14m Marseille Saint-Charles
7h 21m	13h 24m	6h 03m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 21m Basel Sbb TER 96210 7h 29m Saint-Louis 7h 43m Mulhouse Connection: 09 min 7h 52m Mulhouse TGV INOUI 5521 - TGV INOUI 12181 8h 15m Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv 8h 39m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 9h 09m Dijon 9h 54m Chalon-Sur-Saone 10h 59m Lyon Part Dieu Connection: 41 min 11h 40m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 12402 - TGV INOUI 5332 12h 44m Avignon Tgv 13h 09m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 13h 24m Marseille Saint-Charles
9h 21m	15h 04m	5h 43m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
9h 21m Basel Sbb TER 96218 9h 29m Saint-Louis 9h 43m Mulhouse Connection: 13 min 9h 56m Mulhouse TGV INOUI 12179 - TGV INOUI 9877 10h 19m Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv 10h 41m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 11h 11m Dijon 12h 19m Macon 12h 59m Lyon Part Dieu 13h 45m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 14h 26m Avignon Tgv 14h 49m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 15h 04m Marseille Saint-Charles
11h 21m	18h 54m	7h 33m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
11h 21m Basel Sbb TER 96222 11h 29m Saint-Louis 11h 43m Mulhouse Connection: 22 min 12h 05m Mulhouse TGV INOUI 6704 12h 27m Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv 12h 51m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 13h 21m Dijon 14h 10m Montbard 15h 21m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 17 min 15h 38m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6117 18h 17m Avignon Tgv 18h 39m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 18h 54m Marseille Saint-Charles
14h 34m	19h 45m	5h 11m	TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 34m Basel Sbb TGV Lyria 9222 14h 53m Mulhouse 15h 58m Dijon Connection: 19 min 16h 17m Dijon TGV INOUI 12177 - TGV INOUI 5537 16h 37m Beaune 17h 59m Lyon Part Dieu 19h 08m Avignon Tgv 19h 30m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 19h 45m Marseille Saint-Charles
16h 21m	21h 49m	5h 28m	TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
16h 21m Basel Sbb TER 96262 16h 29m Saint-Louis 16h 43m Mulhouse Connection: 26 min 17h 09m Mulhouse DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9580 - TGV INOUI 12180 17h 31m Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv 17h 55m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 18h 54m Chalon-Sur-Saone 19h 58m Lyon Part Dieu 21h 09m Avignon Tgv 21h 31m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 21h 49m Marseille Saint-Charles
16h 34m	23h 34m	7h 00m	TGV Lyria, OUIGO	Booking
16h 34m Basel Sbb TGV Lyria 9226 16h 53m Mulhouse 17h 58m Dijon 19h 38m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 31 min 20h 09m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 OUIGO 7827 22h 46m Avignon Tgv 23h 09m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 23h 34m Marseille Saint-Charles

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Which companies operate the train from Basel to Marseille?

TER

What travel classes are available on the Basel to Marseille train?

TER

What on-board services are available on the Basel to Marseille train?

TER

Basel to Marseille train schedule for Tuesday 25 August 2026

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