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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 17
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€94
Fastest journey on Sep 17
14 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
16 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 17
15
Distance
799 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 15 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 799 km distance in an average of 16 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 19 h 15 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 train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €86, while a flight costs an average of €362.
Distance: 496 miles (799 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€90 Average price | €86 Average price Cheapest | €362 Average price | €225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille costing on average €90.
A train is €276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille costing on average €362.
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 16h 45m.
Tickets start at around €90 compared to roughly €225 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €135. The journey takes 16h 45m versus 10h 18m 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, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 19h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 20h27 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Marseille buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h45 | 8:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 20h25 | 9:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h25 | 8:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 20h05 | 9:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h50 | 4:05 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h25 | 6:20 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h55 | 7:10 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h30 | 7:10 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 19h27 | 9:30 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
51510 | 6:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h05 | 9:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h25 | 9:30 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h00 | 9:30 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €25 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:28. The fastest bus covers the 496 miles (799 km) distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 496 miles (799 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:28 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Marseille buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Marseille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes are inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: The station is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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.
Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine is 8 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine. ATMs are available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine: Basic wheelchair access available.
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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