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Zurich to Marseille train

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Information about the Zurich to Marseille train

Travel by train from Zurich to Marseille. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Zurich at 2h 02m and the last at 15h 34m, allowing you to cover the 544.84 km distance in as little as 6h 11m.

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

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

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

On average, allow 7h 38m for a train journey from Zurich to Marseille.

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

Allow 6h 11m to travel between Zurich and Marseille on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Zurich to Marseille each day?

Daily, 7 trains run on the Zurich to Marseille journey.

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

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between Zurich and Marseille.

What is the distance between Zurich and Marseille by train?

Trains running between Zurich and Marseille cover a distance of around 544.84 km.

What time is the first train from Zurich to Marseille?

The first Zurich to Marseille train departs at 2h 02m.

What time is the last train from Zurich to Marseille?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Zurich at 15h 34m.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: ZURICH HB.

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 Zurich to Marseille?

You can complete your journey from Zurich to Marseille on a SBB, TGV Lyria, TER, TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn (DB), OUIGO, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train.

What services are offered on board?

Want to travel with OUIGO but your luggage is larger than a cabin bag, or you need to bring another bag? Don’t worry, simply add the additional or XL luggage option for 5 euros when purchasing your OUIGO ESSENTIEL ticket. If you choose OUIGO PLUS, this option is automatically included in your ticket.

If you make this journey on TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for just 10 euros. Select this option when booking. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated space on the train.

Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

Take a train to Marseille from Zurich

The Zurich - Marseille train journey is with SBB, TGV Lyria, TER, TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn (DB), OUIGO, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation. Trains generally leave from ZURICH HB and arrive at MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES.

Journey times may vary depending on a number of factors, including the time you travel, the type of train, and whether you have to change trains. Some journeys take 6h 11m, but the average journey time is 7h 38m.

7 trains serve the Zurich - Marseille line every day. The first train leaves at 2h 02m and the last at 15h 34m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Zurich - Marseille train fare will depend on when you book, the timeslot, the type of ticket...

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

The price of a Zurich – 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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Marseille.

Price of a Zurich – Marseille Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich – Marseille

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Zurich 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 Zurich – Marseille Train

The best way to pay less for your Zurich to Marseille train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Zurich to Marseille, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Zurich 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 Zurich - 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 Zurich to Marseille?

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

SBB

Travel from Zurich 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.

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

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

SBB

Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich - Marseille allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

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

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

SBB

  • Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

    Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.

  • Free Internet on board and in stations

    Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!

  • Enhanced comfort in 1st class

    Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.

  • Transporting your luggage on board the train

    SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.

  • Transporting your bicycle on board the train

    Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.

  • Travelling with your pet

    Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Zurich to Marseille train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
2h 02m 12h 10m 10h 08m SBB, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 746
  • Olten
  • Bern
  • Connection: 2h00
  • Bern
    SBB 2504
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Romont
  • Palezieux
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 1h05
  • Lausanne
    TGV Lyria 9756
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
5h 19m 13h 24m 8h 05m SBB, TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 704
  • Lenzburg
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Renens Vd
  • Morges
  • Nyon
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96558
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 18 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 12402 - TGV INOUI 5332
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
7h 34m 15h 04m 7h 30m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    TGV Lyria 9206
  • Basel Sbb
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 1h03
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 9877 - TGV INOUI 12179
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • Macon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
7h 59m 15h 04m 7h 05m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 200
  • Basel Sbb
  • Connection: 29 min
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96218
  • Saint-Louis
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 13 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 9877 - TGV INOUI 12179
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • Macon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
9h 32m 17h 46m 8h 14m SBB, TER, OUIGO
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 712
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Renens Vd
  • Morges
  • Nyon
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96566
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    OUIGO 7835
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
13h 34m 19h 45m 6h 11m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    TGV Lyria 9222
  • Basel Sbb
  • Mulhouse
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Dijon
    TGV INOUI 5537 - TGV INOUI 12177
  • Beaune
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
15h 34m 21h 46m 6h 12m TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    TGV Lyria 9226
  • Basel Sbb
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Mulhouse
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9580 - TGV INOUI 12180
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles