How to travel from Zurich to Marseille

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Marseille is a bus with an average price of CHF55.

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

A bus is CHF148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Marseille costing on average CHF203.

A bus is CHF189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Marseille costing on average CHF244.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 52m.

Bus takes on average 11h 56m.

The distance from Zurich to Marseille is approximately 320 miles (516 km).

The average frequency per day from Zurich to Marseille is:

• Around 26 flights per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
• Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa to go to Marseille by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Marseille by train.
• Travel with Helvetic Airways, Air France, Lufthansa, Amelia International, Eurowings, Vueling, Swiss, Brussels Airlines to go to Marseille by flight.

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

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
• 1 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Zurich 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.