The average train between Leicester and Marseille takes 8h 48m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester 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 every 2 hours between Leicester and Marseille. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Marseille at 1:14 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 8h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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8h 45m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Marseille station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.
Leicester to Marseille train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Marseille train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Marseille St Charles station.
Book your Leicester to Marseille train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Marseille is 1,145.2 km. The road distance is 1,360 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Marseille St Charles via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 43m.