The sea comes into view around 10 mins into the journey

Marseille to Martigues by train

How to take a rail journey along the Cote Bleu route

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From Marseille-Saint-Charles to Martigues

Journey Summary

Travel Time
55 min (approx)
Frequency
Daily
Travel Information

Final Destination: Mirimas

This is the scenic 'Cote Bleu' route west from Marseille; which is a contender for the best views of The Mediterranean that can be seen from a train.

Sit on the left when boarding the train at Marseille.

up to 13 x trains per day

Tickets

Book early and save: No

Tickets can be booked online up to three months ahead, but they will cost the same if paid for at the station on the day of travel.

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Journey Features

Scenic - YesCoastal views

Good to Know

Most trains heading from Marseille to Mirimas don't take this route, so take care to board a train that is travelling via Martigues.

There can be gaps of more than two hours between departures.

The PDF of this route's timetable can be seen HERE.

The sea comes into view around 10 mins into the journey The sea comes into view around 10 mins into the journey
Sit on the left when facing the direction of travel Sit on the left when facing the direction of travel
On the left when travelling west from Marseille On the left when travelling west from Marseille
On the right when travelling TO Marseille On the right when travelling TO Marseille

This is the scenic 'Cote Bleu' route west from France - which is a contender for the best views of The Mediterranean that can be seen from a train.

Sit on the left when boarding the train at Marseille.

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