How to travel from Nantes to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, while a train costs an average of $186.

Distance: 432 miles (696 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $100.

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

A bus is $101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Marseille costing on average $201.

A bus is $485 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Marseille costing on average $585.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 30m.

Bus takes on average 14h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes 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 21m sooner (2h 57m by flight vs 9h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $585 compared to roughly $288 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 Nantes to Marseille

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404 · 51094
    11:35 PM13h55
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    1:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $671One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404 · 51094
    11:35 PM13h55
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    1:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $671One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 6773
    3:45 PM1h25
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    5:10 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $2321One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+SNCF | TGV Lyria9756
    4:50 AM7h20
    Nantes station
    12:10 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    $1321One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8804 · 6175
    7:04 AM6h10
    Nantes station
    1:14 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    $1571One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12476 · 6137
    6:04 PM6h53
    Nantes station
    12:57 AMMarseille Saint-Charles
    $1921One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50023 · 50487
    12:05 AM17h10
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    5:15 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:35 PM16h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    12:35 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50025 · 51047
    9:45 AM16h25
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    2:10 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $981One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transavia FranceTO7398
    7:20 PM1h30
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:50 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1961One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO7396
    1:30 PM1h30
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    3:00 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1961One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 6775
    7:00 PM1h25
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:25 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $3001One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes 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 Nantes to Marseille.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $100.

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

A bus is $101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Marseille costing on average $201.

A bus is $485 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Marseille costing on average $585.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 30m.

Bus takes on average 14h 47m.

The distance from Nantes to Marseille is approximately 432 miles (696 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Marseille is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes 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 Nantes to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Transavia France, Ryanair, Air France, CitizenPlane, Amelia, Volotea to go to Marseille by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Marseille by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Marseille by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nantes to Marseille with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Transavia France, Ryanair, CitizenPlane, Volotea.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Nantes 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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