The cheapest and fastest buses from Nice to Marseille
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Marseille will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 26 buses that leave Nice for Marseille on Thu, Feb 12, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 12 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Feb 12 the slowest buses will take 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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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nice to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €128.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €278 Average price |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Marseille buses for today, Wednesday, February 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5866 | 6:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h35 | 8:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h45 | 10:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
50486 | 8:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h45 | 11:25 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 3h00 | 11:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
50881 | 9:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h45 | 12:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h20 | 2:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
50590 | 1:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h40 | 4:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h30 | 4:45 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
50990 | 3:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h50 | 5:50 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2h55 | 6:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5696 | 3:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h30 | 6:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h20 | 6:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 3h00 | 8:20 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
4704 | 5:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h30 | 8:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h10 | 8:40 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2h55 | 11:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
50488 | 8:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h30 | 10:45 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 3h00 | 11:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 12 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h20 | 4:50 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2h55 | 7:25 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Marseille
Buses from Nice to Marseille run on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 30 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 159 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus, Ourbus, ZOU ! Proximité, Sindbad from Nice to MarseilleYou can travel by bus between Nice to Marseille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus, Ourbus, ZOU ! Proximité, Sindbad for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nice to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nice to Marseille
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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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