How to travel from Dresden to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €122 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €122, while a flight costs an average of €431.

Distance: 663 miles (1067 km)

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€125

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€431

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€122

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€287

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(fuel + tolls)

24h 53m

Average total duration

24h 23m

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5h 6m

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12h 48m

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14h 31m

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3.2 - 6.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Marseille is a train with an average price of €122.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dresden to Marseille costing on average €125.

A train is €308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Marseille costing on average €431.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 48m.

Bus takes on average 24h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dresden and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Marseille among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €125 compared to roughly €287 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €162. The journey takes 24h 23m versus 14h 31m 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.

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.

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from Dresden to Marseille

How to get from Dresden to Marseille by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Dresden to Marseille is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM29h00
    Dresden, Bf Neustadt
    8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    651One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM29h00
    Dresden, Bf Neustadt
    8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    651One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 8228
    9:35 PM2h00
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    11:35 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    811One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2048 · ICE 597+TGVTGV 9580
    9:22 AM12h27
    Dresden Hbf
    9:49 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    1051One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1652+TGVTGV 9580
    8:11 AM13h38
    Dresden Hbf
    9:49 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    1051One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM26h00
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM29h20
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    9:10 PMMarseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    711One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 AM27h30
    Dresden, Bf Neustadt
    9:30 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    831One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 3388
    8:50 AM2h10
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    11:00 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    791One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH67+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4090
    6:45 PM3h50
    Dresden Airport
    10:35 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    2371One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH69+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4100
    6:00 AM4h10
    Dresden Airport
    10:10 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    2371One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Marseille

Travel to Marseille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dresden to Marseille.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dresden and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Marseille is a train with an average price of €122.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dresden to Marseille costing on average €125.

A train is €308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Marseille costing on average €431.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 48m.

Bus takes on average 24h 53m.

The distance from Dresden to Marseille is approximately 663 miles (1067 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Marseille is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden 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 Dresden to Marseille:
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Marseille by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Malta Air, Buzz, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Marseille by flight.
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Marseille by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dresden to Marseille:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, Rome. 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.

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