How to travel from Bordeaux to Marseille

There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Marseille:

A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Marseille costing on average $101 (€82).

A bus is $79 (€64) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Marseille costing on average $137 (€111).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 32m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 56m.

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Marseille is approximately 314 miles (506 km).

The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Marseille is:

• Around 14 flights per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Marseille as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Marseille:

• Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
• Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, Air France, Transavia France to go to Marseille by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Marseille by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Marseille by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Marseille with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, Transavia France.
• 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 4 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).

Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marseille and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Marseille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Marseille, you can visit the Old Port, a historic harbor area with vibrant markets and seafood restaurants. Explore the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde for stunning panoramic views of the city. Discover the Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours. Wander through Le Panier, the oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Tour the MuCEM, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, to see diverse cultural exhibits. Also, don't miss the Château d'If, a fortress on an island, and enjoy the breathtaking landscape of Parc National des Calanques.

Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Marseille's key attractions, including the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the historic Le Panier district.