How to travel from Madrid to Marseille

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Marseille is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €90 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Marseille costing on average €143.

A bus is €130 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Marseille costing on average €183.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 8m.

Bus takes on average 14h 58m.

The distance from Madrid to Marseille is approximately 507 miles (817 km).

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Marseille is:

• Around 39 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Marseille:

• Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
• Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.

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

• Travel with Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Vueling, ITA, Air France, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Airhub Airlines, GetJet Airlines to go to Marseille by flight.
• Travel with AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros to go to Marseille by train.
• Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Internorte, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar to go to Marseille by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Marseille with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Malta Air.
• 1 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
• 5 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Internorte, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, London, Lisbon. 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.