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The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations is Marseille’s signature museum, combining major exhibitions with striking modern architecture on the waterfront.
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
14 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 46 m
Buses per day
13
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 $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 13 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Marseille on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 799 km distance in an average of 15 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 17 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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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 bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 496 miles (799 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price | $380 Average price | $273 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 4m Average total duration 14h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 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 bus is $151 (€123) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille costing on average $238 (€195).
A bus is $293 (€240) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille costing on average $380 (€311).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 44m.
Bus takes on average 14h 34m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€71) compared to roughly $273 (€223) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $186 (€152). The journey takes 14h 34m 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, Infobus, 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 12:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 19h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Marseille buses for today, Thursday, June 18. 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 | 5:50 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h40 | 9:30 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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 · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 20h30 | 7:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
30481 · 58073 | 10:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h45 | 6:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 20h10 | 7:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 22h05 | 9:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine | 2 transfers | |
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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 | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 22h00 | 5:50 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h25 | 3:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Marseille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 14h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
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 25m.
Distance 496 miles (799 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
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.
The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations is Marseille’s signature museum, combining major exhibitions with striking modern architecture on the waterfront.
An art museum in a restored port health station, known for regional paintings and one of the best terrace views toward the Old Port and cathedral.
Marseille’s city history museum, covering the Greek founding of Massalia through modern times, with notable archaeological remains beside the site.
The historic Old Port remains the heart of Marseille, ideal for strolling, boat watching, and experiencing the city’s maritime atmosphere.
Marseille’s oldest quarter, full of narrow lanes, colorful façades, small squares, and street art, making it a favorite for photographers and walkers.
A scenic coastal road and promenade with sweeping Mediterranean views, especially popular for sunset walks and social-media photography.
Marseille’s iconic fish stew, traditionally made with several Mediterranean fish, shellfish, saffron, and served with rouille and toasted bread. It is the city’s most famous culinary specialty.
A Provençal platter centered on garlic mayonnaise, often served with cod, boiled vegetables, and eggs. It is a classic regional meal strongly associated with southern France.
Fried or baked chickpea flour cakes originating in Marseille, with a crisp exterior and soft center. They are a beloved local street food and aperitif snack.
An acclaimed seafood restaurant overlooking the sea, known for elegant Mediterranean cuisine and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A popular casual seafood spot loved for very fresh fish, daily specials, and a lively local atmosphere.
A celebrated Vallon des Auffes institution known for bouillabaisse and classic Marseille seafood in a picturesque harbor setting.
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
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.
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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