The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Marseille
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€112
Fastest journey
14 h 55 m
Average duration
19 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Marseille will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Marseille on Tue, Nov 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 817 km distance in an average of 19 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 55 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €159.
Distance: 817 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price | €181 Average price |
16h 4m Average total duration 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Marseille buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h55 | 9:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h30 | 5:20 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Marseille
Buses from Madrid to Marseille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 817 km distance in 14h 55m.
Distance 817 km |
Average bus duration 15h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Madrid to MarseilleYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Marseille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Marseille by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Madrid, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4. When arriving in Marseille, you can end your trip in coach stations like Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence and Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Marseille
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
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