How to travel from Grenoble to Marseille

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

The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $29.

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

A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Marseille costing on average $73.

A bus is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Marseille costing on average $299.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Marseille is by train with an average journey time of 2h 56m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 50m.

Flight takes on average 5h 9m.

The distance from Grenoble to Marseille is approximately 131 miles (212 km).

The average frequency per day from Grenoble to Marseille is:

• Around 12 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Gare de Grenoble and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
• Buses mostly depart from Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Marseille by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TGV, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Marseille by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Grenoble to Marseille:

• 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Grenoble 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.