- Must visit
Mucem
National museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations at the waterfront, known for its striking contemporary architecture and major cultural exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 205 miles (331 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $175 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 53m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille:
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille costing on average $110 (€89).
A bus is $138 (€112) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille costing on average $175 (€142).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 22m.
Flight takes on average 9h 53m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $130 (€105) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $93 (€75). The journey takes 6h 22m versus 4h 38m 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 04:10AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 6h30 | 4:05 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 8h25 | 12:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Marseille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 205 miles (331 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 205 miles (331 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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.
National museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations at the waterfront, known for its striking contemporary architecture and major cultural exhibitions.
Art museum in a restored port health station, featuring Provençal painting and temporary exhibitions with excellent sea views.
City history museum tracing Marseille from Greek founding to the present, next to the archaeological remains of the ancient port.
The historic harbor and social heart of Marseille, ideal for walking, boat views, markets, and easy access to major sights.
Marseille’s oldest quarter, known for narrow lanes, street art, colorful facades, artisan shops, and a strong local atmosphere.
Spectacular national park of limestone coves and hiking trails between Marseille and the sea, prized for dramatic scenery and turquoise water.
Marseille’s signature fish stew made with several Mediterranean fish, shellfish, broth, and saffron, traditionally served with rouille and bread.
A Provençal garlic mayonnaise often served with cod and boiled vegetables; in Marseille it is a classic shared meal with strong regional identity.
Fried or baked chickpea flour fritters from Provence, especially associated with Marseille street food and seaside snacks.
Well-known Michelin-starred seafood restaurant on the sea, offering elegant Mediterranean cooking and exceptional views.
Historic Vallon des Auffes restaurant famed for bouillabaisse and refined seafood in a classic Marseille waterfront setting.
Beloved traditional restaurant in Le Panier, known for wood-fired pizza, simple local dishes, and an old-school atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and waterfront dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; round up taxis.
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Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles -> Vieux-Port, Marseille
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