Train from Marseille to Barcelona: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Marseille to Barcelona on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RENFETrain
Marseille-St-Charles
Barcelona-SantsCheapestFastest
RENFETrain
Marseille-St-Charles
Barcelona-SantsNo tags
RENFETrain
Marseille-St-Charles
Barcelona-SantsNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Marseille to Barcelona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 4 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 34mAverage duration
213 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£10 - £156Average duration7h 50m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£41 - £141Average duration4h 34m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£21 - £67Average duration5h 20m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Marseille to Barcelona by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Marseille to Barcelona?

    The cheapest train tickets from Marseille to Barcelona start from £41. The average price for this train route is around £79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Marseille to Barcelona?

    The average train journey time from Marseille to Barcelona is 4h 34m, covering a distance of 213 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 32m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. Which train operators serve the Marseille to Barcelona route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, SNCF Intercités, SNCF - TER.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Marseille to Barcelona?

    The earliest train from Marseille to Barcelona departs at 08:04. And the latest train departs at 10:51.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Marseille to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Renfe, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 916 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Barcelona?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator SNCF Intercités has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Marseille to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Renfe, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Marseille to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is SNCF Intercités, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£81
26/11
£85
Today
£91
28/11
£91
29/11
£70
30/11
£91
01/12
£86
02/12
£70
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Marseille to Barcelona was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Marseille to Barcelona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £70 to £109 for a train ticket from Marseille to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £70, which is on 2025-12-02.

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