The average train between CERN and Marseille takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from CERN to Marseille. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a week between CERN and Marseille. The earliest departure is at 7:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from CERN is at 2:56 PM which arrives into Marseille at 7:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Meyrin, CERN and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



5h 47m • 3 changes


4h 24m • 3 changes


5h 42m • 3 changes


5h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from CERN to Marseille? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from CERN to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Bellegarde station and arriving at Marseille St Charles station via Lyon Part Dieu station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
CERN to Marseille train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bellegarde station.
CERN to Marseille train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Marseille St Charles station.
The distance between CERN and Marseille is 330.9 km. The road distance is 428 km.
You can take a vehicle from CERN to Marseille St Charles via Meyrin, CERN, Genève, gare Cornavin, Genève, Bellegarde, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 6h 4m.