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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
11 h 17 m
Average duration
12 h 46 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
811 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 11 buses that leave Marseille Provence Airport for Madrid on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 811 km distance in an average of 12 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 17 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 14 h 52 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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06210Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 503 miles (811 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $193 Average price | $149 Average price | $253 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid costing on average $149 (€123).
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid costing on average $193 (€159).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 34m.
Bus takes on average 17h 50m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€68) compared to roughly $253 (€208) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $170 (€140). The journey takes 17h 50m versus 10h 14m 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.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:52PM | Duration 11h17 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:52PM | Duration 11h17 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 32h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $204 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50990 · 54153 | 6:55 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 19h10 | 2:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 32h55 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Marseille Provence Airport | 17h45 | 5:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal+ 06150 | 6:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 11h17 | 5:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06360 | 6:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h41 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06150 | 6:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 11h17 | 5:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06210 | 9:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h52 | 11:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06200 | 9:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h42 | 10:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06210 | 9:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h52 | 11:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
50486 · 3161 | 1:25 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 20h20 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
51022 · 3186 | 5:10 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 16h45 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 503 miles (811 km) distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 503 miles (811 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern art, completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. Strong for European painting and accessible curation.
Madrid’s historic main square, surrounded by arcaded buildings and linked to the city’s Habsburg past. A classic stop for architecture and atmosphere.
Madrid’s central square and symbolic heart, home to the Kilometer Zero marker and the famous Bear and Strawberry Tree statue.
Madrid’s iconic boulevard lined with historic architecture, shops, and theaters. It is one of the city’s busiest and most recognizable streets.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most iconic quick bites.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic Madrid tavern specialty.
Classic casual bar famed for fried cod and old-school tapas, popular for a quick authentic stop in central Madrid.
Celebrated traditional restaurant known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking in a refined but lively setting.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, with a classic old-Madrid feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: museums and transit are fair, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change in cafes, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille Provence Airport to Madrid buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Marseille Provence Airport and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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