The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Zurich
Cheapest price
293S$
Average price
293S$
Fastest journey
8 h 13 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Zurich will cost around 293S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 293S$.
To travel from Marseille to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
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921912:47 PM8h13Marseille Saint-Charles9:00 PMZurich HB293 S$1One-way1 change
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921912:47 PM8h13Marseille Saint-Charles9:00 PMZurich HB293 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 24S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 24S$, and a flight costs an average of 83S$.
Distance: 516 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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177S$ Average Price | 54S$ Average Price Cheapest | 262S$ Average Price |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Zurich trains for today, Thursday, 11 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9896+ 9223 | On time 3:55 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h05 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| Friday, 12 June | |||||
6174+ 9219 | 12:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h13 | 9:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Zurich
Trains from Marseille to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 103S$ but you can travel from only 24S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 516 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 516 km |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price 103S$ |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Marseille to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Marseille and Zurich from 24S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Marseille to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Zurich
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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