How to travel from Düsseldorf to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of NOK 883 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of NOK 883, while a flight costs an average of NOK 4,414.

Distance: 551 miles (887 km)

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NOK 4,414

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NOK 883

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NOK 1,011

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NOK 2,642

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4h 55m

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2h 55m

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8h 5m

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20h 12m

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19h 42m

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11h 17m

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Marseille is a train with an average price of NOK 883.

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

A train is NOK 129 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average NOK 1,011.

A train is NOK 3,532 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average NOK 4,414.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 5m.

Bus takes on average 20h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Marseille among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 8h 22m sooner (2h 55m by flight vs 11h 17m by car). Tickets start at around NOK 4,414 compared to roughly NOK 2,642 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Düsseldorf to Marseille

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 5807
    10:40 AM22h40
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:20 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    NOK 9001One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 5807
    10:40 AM22h40
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:20 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    NOK 9001One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2015 · LH2264
    1:30 PM3h40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    5:10 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    NOK 3,6691One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6117
    6:09 AM12h47
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    6:56 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    NOK 1,7551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6111
    6:09 AM8h48
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    2:57 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    NOK 1,9461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6115
    6:09 AM11h48
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    5:57 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    NOK 1,9461One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:25 PM19h05
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:30 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    NOK 9451One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:20 PM24h50
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:10 PMMarseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    NOK 9621One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM19h00
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    6:00 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    NOK 1,0011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1307 · AF7338
    9:25 AM4h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:15 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    NOK 2,3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1607 · AF7340
    11:35 AM4h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    4:25 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    NOK 2,3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1107 · AF7334
    6:55 AM5h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:55 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    NOK 2,3221One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Marseille.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Marseille is a train with an average price of NOK 883.

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

A train is NOK 129 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average NOK 1,011.

A train is NOK 3,532 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Marseille costing on average NOK 4,414.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 5m.

Bus takes on average 20h 12m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Marseille is approximately 551 miles (887 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Marseille is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, Eurostar, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Marseille by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Marseille by bus.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Avion Express Malta, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Marseille by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Marseille:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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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