Basel to Marseille train
Book a train ticket from Basel to Marseille
Book a train ticket from Basel to Marseille
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Marseille
How much does a train ticket from Basel to Marseille cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Marseille take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Marseille?
How many trains run from Basel to Marseille each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Marseille?
What is the distance between Basel and Marseille by train?
What time is the first train from Basel to Marseille?
What time is the last train from Basel to Marseille?
To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Marseille, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Marseille?
What services are offered on board?
If you travel on an OUIGO train, feel free to bring your pet. Good news: OUIGO offers a fixed fare of 10 euros for all animals, regardless of their weight. If your pet weighs less than 6 kg, it must be transported in a container no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm. If your pet weighs more than 6 kg, it must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.
If you travel on TGV INOUI, you no longer need to queue in the bar carriage. Order exactly what you want online, and then collect it at the bar, without waiting around, so you can enjoy your book or watch something in peace.
Thanks to our booking systems on TGV Lyria, reserve a 4-seat space facing each other, separated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with a changing table and bottle warmer.
Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.
Take a train from Basel to Marseille
The train journey between Basel and Marseille is with SBB, TGV Lyria, TER, TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, OUIGO. Trains generally leave from BASEL SBB and arrive at MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES.
Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 5h 11m, while the average journey time is 6h 19m.
8 trains on average run every day on the Basel - Marseille line. The first train leaves as 4h 52m, and the last at 16h 34m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.
The cost of a Basel - Marseille train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Marseille?
Price of a Basel – Marseille Train Ticket
Depending on the dates of your train from Basel to Marseille, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Basel to Marseille, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Basel – Marseille
We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Basel to Marseille throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.
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
Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Basel - Marseille. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.
Which companies operate the train from Basel to Marseille?
SBB
Travel from Basel to Marseille with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Basel to Marseille train?
SBB
Travel from Basel to Marseille by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Basel - Marseille allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.
What on-board services are available on the Basel to Marseille train?
SBB
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