How to travel from Marseille to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 535 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 535, while a flight costs an average of DKK 3,750.

Distance: 320 miles (516 km)

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Driving

DKK 535

Average price

Cheapest

DKK 598

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DKK 3,750

Average price

DKK 1,813

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 55m

Average total duration

6h 25m

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30m

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14h 24m

Average total duration

13h 54m

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30m

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5h 10m

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3h 10m

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2h 0m

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7h 30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Air France

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Compare ways to travel from Marseille to Zurich

Compare the available ways to get from Marseille to Zurich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Zurich is a train with an average price of DKK 535.

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

A train is DKK 64 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marseille to Zurich costing on average DKK 598.

A train is DKK 3,215 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Zurich costing on average DKK 3,750.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Marseille and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 5m faster (6h 25m by train vs 7h 30m by car) and roughly DKK 1,278 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (DKK 535 vs DKK 1,813). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Marseille to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7333 · AF1292
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9896+SNCF | TGV Lyria9223
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6174+SNCF | TGV Lyria9219
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7345 · AF1192
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7347 · AF1292
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7345 · AF1292
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Marseille to Zurich

Travel to Zurich 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 Marseille to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Marseille and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Zurich is a train with an average price of DKK 535.

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

A train is DKK 64 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marseille to Zurich costing on average DKK 598.

A train is DKK 3,215 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Zurich costing on average DKK 3,750.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 24m.

The distance from Marseille to Zurich is approximately 320 miles (516 km).
The average frequency per day from Marseille to Zurich is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Marseille and Zurich 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 Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Marseille to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air, Air Baltic, Transavia France, Air Dolomiti, Air Corsica to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, Trenitalia to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Marseille to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Marseille to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.
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