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Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price on Sep 03
$25
Average ticket price on Sep 03
$34
Fastest journey on Sep 03
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
6 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 03
6
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chambéry to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chambéry to Marseille will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
On Thu, Sep 03, we found 6 buses from Chambéry to Marseille, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 03 the direct buses cover the 256 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Thu, Sep 03 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chambéry to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $685.
Distance: 159 miles (256 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $685 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Chambéry to Marseille:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chambéry to Marseille costing on average $108 (€88).
A bus is $638 (€518) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chambéry to Marseille costing on average $685 (€556).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
Bus takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€38) compared to roughly $116 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $69 (€56). The journey takes 5h 48m versus 3h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Chambéry to Marseille buses for today, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:30 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 5h45 | 7:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 7h05 | 6:20 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 7h30 | 12:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
50846 | 12:00 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 6h00 | 6:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Chambéry to Marseille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 159 miles (256 km) distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 159 miles (256 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 51m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Marseille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marseille trip today.
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chambéry 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.

Most Chambéry to Marseille buses use the Chambéry, Gare Routière to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence. Use this guide to compare Chambéry and Marseille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
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