How to travel from Heidelberg to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Heidelberg to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $388.

Distance: 450 miles (725 km)

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$29

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$113

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$388

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$258

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7h 43m

Average total duration

7h 13m

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30m

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16h 24m

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15h 54m

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4h 54m

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2h 54m

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9h 32m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.2 - 4.3kg

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

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

A train is $84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Heidelberg to Marseille costing on average $113.

A train is $359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Marseille costing on average $388.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 43m.

Bus takes on average 16h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heidelberg and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Heidelberg 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 6h 38m sooner (2h 54m by flight vs 9h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $388 compared to roughly $258 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 Heidelberg to Marseille

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

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

  • FlixBus
    3:40 PM16h50
    Heidelberg
    8:30 AMMarseille
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:40 PM16h50
    Heidelberg
    8:30 AMMarseille
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:40 PM16h50
    Heidelberg
    8:30 AMMarseille
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:30 PM18h00
    Heidelberg
    10:30 AMMarseille
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:25 AM18h45
    Heidelberg
    8:10 PMMarseille
    $811One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Marseille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Heidelberg and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Marseille is a train with an average price of $29.

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

A train is $84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Heidelberg to Marseille costing on average $113.

A train is $359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Marseille costing on average $388.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 43m.

Bus takes on average 16h 24m.

The distance from Heidelberg to Marseille is approximately 450 miles (725 km).
The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Marseille is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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