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The cheapest and fastest buses from Arles to Marseille
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $6
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $6
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 38 m
- Buses on Nov 04
- 5
- Distance
- 74 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arles to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arles to Marseille will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Fast buses
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 5 buses from Arles to Marseille, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 50 m 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.
2:00 PM 0h30 Arles 2:30 PM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers7:50 AM 0h40 Arles 8:30 AM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers10:00 PM 0h20 Arles 10:20 PM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:10 AM 0h50 Arles 9:00 AM Marseille $7 1 One-way 0 transfers2:10 PM 0h50 Arles 3:00 PM Marseille $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:00 PM 0h20 Arles 10:20 PM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers2:00 PM 0h30 Arles 2:30 PM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers7:50 AM 0h40 Arles 8:30 AM Marseille $6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:10 AM 0h50 Arles 9:00 AM Marseille $7 1 One-way 0 transfers2:10 PM 0h50 Arles 3:00 PM Marseille $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Arles to Marseille
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Buses from Arles to Marseille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $12 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 20:20. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts
- Distance45 miles (74 km)
- Average bus duration2h 30m
- Cheapest ticket price$23
- Buses per day1
- Fastest bus2h 30m
- First bus9:00 AM
- Last bus8:20 PM
- Cheapest MonthMar
- Cheapest DaySat
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DayTue
- Least Busy DayThu
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $12
Frequently asked questions about your Arles to Marseille trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Arles to Marseille.
Cheap bus tickets from Arles to Marseille can start from as little as $23 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Arles to Marseille is $23 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Arles to Marseille leaves at 9:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Arles to Marseille leaves at 8:20 PM.
There are 1 buses a day from Arles to Marseille which require at least one change with SNCF | Autocar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Arles to Marseille Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
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Arles to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Arles to Marseille buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:40 AM Arles | 0h30 | 7:10 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Arles | 0h40 | 8:10 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Arles | 0h40 | 8:40 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Arles | 0h30 | 4:40 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Arles | 0h20 | 6:50 PM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect |
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Bus companies
Bus companies from Arles to Marseille
Buses from Arles to Marseille with SNCF | Autocar. Regional buses available on this route with SNCF | Autocar. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as "Autocar" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Autocar Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest SNCF | Autocar Price
$23
SNCF | Autocar frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Arles and Marseille
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Arles to Marseille, you can count on SNCF | Autocar for the best way to get you to Marseille. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Arles and Marseille and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Arles to Marseille:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Arles to Marseille for bus company SNCF | Autocar.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Arles to Marseille depends on the bus companies:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Arles to Marseille.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Arles to Marseille:
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Arles to Marseille:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Arles to Marseille. The following conditions apply:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Arles to Marseille with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Arles to Marseille with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Arles to Marseille with the following bus company: SNCF | Autocar.
Complete guide to Marseille
Things to do in Marseille
Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
- Must visit
Musée d'Histoire de Marseille
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Marseille
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
- Must visit
Vieux-Port
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
- Must visit
Le Panier
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
- Must visit
La Canebière
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Bouillabaisse
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
- Gluten-free
Aïoli
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Panisse
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
AM Par Alexandre Mazzia
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
L’Épuisette
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Chez Etienne
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: lodging and dining cost less than Paris, while transit is reasonable. Tourist areas and the Old Port are pricier than outer districts.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food, bakeries, or kebabs.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafes is optional.
Plan your visit to Marseille
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Marseille.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Marseille, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Vieux-Port and public transport. Scams involving fake charity collectors and overpriced taxis are also common. It’s advisable to stay vigilant at night in certain neighborhoods and avoid displaying valuables openly.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Arles to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arles 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.
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