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How to get from Marseille to Turin
Driving from Marseille to Turin takes about 4 h 30–5 h, either over the Alps via Gap, Briançon and the Montgenèvre pass, or along the coast via Nice and Ventimiglia. By train the trip needs at least two changes, typically via Nice and Ventimiglia or via Lyon, and takes about 6–8 h.
Best option: Car. Train connections between Marseille and Turin are slow and indirect, while the drive takes under five hours.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| car A51 north via Sisteron to Gap, then via Briançon and the Montgenèvre pass to Susa and the A32 to Turin; or the A8 coast motorway via Nice and Ventimiglia, then the A10/A6 via Savona | about 4 h 30–5 h | fuel plus about €40–70 in French and Italian tolls, depending on the route | Montgenèvre is a mountain pass; in winter carry chains or use winter tyres. Turin has a low-emission zone and ZTL in the centre. | |
| train SNCF TER or TGV to Nice, TER to Ventimiglia, Trenitalia to Turin via Genoa or Savona; or TGV to Lyon and onward via Chambéry and Modane where services run | about 6–8 h with two or more changes | several possible connections a day | about €50–120 | Cross-border services via Modane have been disrupted in recent years by a landslide; check current timetables. |
| bus Long-distance coaches between Marseille and Turin | about 6–8 h | a few a week or day, depending on season | about €25–60 | Check current timetables; routes on this corridor change often. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- The mountain route via Briançon is shorter and scenic; the coast route via Nice is easier in winter.
- Check whether the Fréjus or Mont-Cenis rail line is operating before planning a train via Modane.
- Turin's city-centre ZTL is camera-enforced; park outside it and use the metro or trams.
- Book Italian and French train legs separately if a through ticket is not offered.
Common questions
Is there a direct train from Marseille to Turin?
No. You need at least two changes, typically via Nice and Ventimiglia then on to Turin through Liguria, or via Lyon and the Alpine line through Modane when it is running. Expect about 6–8 hours. Cross-border Alpine services have been disrupted in recent years, so check current timetables.
How long is the drive from Marseille to Turin?
About 4 h 30–5 h. The mountain route via Gap, Briançon and the Montgenèvre pass is the most direct. The coast route via Nice and Ventimiglia is a little longer but all on motorways. In winter, check pass conditions and carry chains or use winter tyres.
What is the cheapest way from Marseille to Turin?
A long-distance coach or a combination of regional trains booked in advance, at roughly €25–60. Driving is good value only when several people share fuel and tolls, which can total €40–70. Train tickets bought on the day can be expensive.
Do I need to book ahead?
For trains, yes, if you want lower TGV and Trenitalia fares, which rise closer to the date. Coaches on this route can also fill up in summer. If driving, no booking is needed, but check pass and tunnel conditions, especially in winter.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.