How to travel from Geneva to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €51.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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Driving

€90

Average price

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€176

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 22m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Marseille is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Marseille costing on average €90.

A bus is €192 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Marseille costing on average €228.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Marseille is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 36m.

Flight takes on average 5h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Marseille among Omio's users.

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from Geneva to Marseille

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3816 · 5867
    11:35 AM9h30
    Genève, Gare Routière
    9:05 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    311One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3816 · 5867
    11:35 AM9h30
    Genève, Gare Routière
    9:05 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    311One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX2811+Helvetic AirwaysLX582
    2:55 PM3h15
    Geneva International Airport
    6:10 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    4311One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5124+TER96578+SNCF | Autocar407112
    6:45 PM5h03
    Geneva station
    11:48 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5102+SNCF | Autocar407042+TER96552
    5:35 AM5h11
    Geneva station
    10:46 AMMarseille Saint-Charles
    721One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6805+SNCF | Autocar407040+TER96550
    4:40 AM5h24
    Geneva station
    10:04 AMMarseille Saint-Charles
    721One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7660 · 50882
    7:45 AM8h30
    Genève, Gare Routière
    4:15 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    391One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50846
    10:15 AM7h45
    Genève, Gare Routière
    6:00 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    501One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3176 · 93118
    10:45 AM9h05
    Genève, Gare Routière
    7:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    531One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6174+easyJetU21397
    6:10 AM6h22
    Geneva International Airport
    12:32 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • ZOU!17472+easyJetU21397
    6:10 AM4h55
    Geneva International Airport
    11:05 AMMarseille Saint-Charles
    1191One-way
    1 transfer
  • ZOU!17474+easyJetU21397
    6:10 AM5h54
    Geneva International Airport
    12:04 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    1191One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva 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 Geneva to Marseille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Marseille is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Marseille costing on average €90.

A bus is €192 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Marseille costing on average €228.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Marseille is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 36m.

Flight takes on average 5h 52m.

The distance from Geneva to Marseille is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Marseille is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva 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 Geneva to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genève, Gare Routière and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Marseille by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Marseille by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Marseille with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva 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.
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