How to travel from Marseille to Madrid

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

The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Madrid is a train with an average price of €72.

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

A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marseille to Madrid costing on average €79.

A train is €322 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Madrid costing on average €394.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 2m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 8m.

Bus takes on average 17h 7m.

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

The average frequency per day from Marseille to Madrid is:

• Around 30 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

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

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

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

• Travel with Internorte, FlixBus, Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy to go to Madrid by bus.
• Travel with AVE to go to Madrid by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Air Algerie, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, ITA to go to Madrid by flight.

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

• 4 direct buses per day with Internorte, FlixBus, Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy.
• 1 direct trains per day with AVE.
• 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, Iberia, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Marseille to Madrid often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Madrid and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Madrid to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Madrid, you can explore Puerta del Sol, a bustling public square known for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere, and savor gourmet foods at Mercado de San Miguel. Discover the vibrant nightlife in the Malasaña district, enjoy a traditional flamenco show, or visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid. For cultural sights, visit the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace of Madrid, and Retiro Park. Don't miss Plaza Mayor and the lively Gran Vía for shopping and theaters.

For a well-rounded experience in Madrid, plan to spend at least 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore major attractions like the Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.