How to travel from Zurich to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr414 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. 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 bus costs an average of kr414, while a flight costs an average of kr1491.

Distance: 320 miles (516 km)

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Driving

kr1477

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kr414

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kr1491

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kr1798

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 34m

Average total duration

7h 4m

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30m

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12h 26m

Average total duration

11h 56m

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4h 31m

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2h 31m

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7h 20m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.5 - 3.1kg

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Helvetic Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Marseille is a bus with an average price of kr572.

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

A bus is kr891 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Marseille costing on average kr1463.

A bus is kr3155 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Marseille costing on average kr3727.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 50m.

Bus takes on average 13h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich 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 4h 12m sooner (3h 8m by flight vs 7h 20m by car). Tickets start at around kr3727 compared to roughly kr1798 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 Zurich to Marseille

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4733
    3:25 AM11h25
    Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    2:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    kr5171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4733
    3:25 AM11h25
    Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    2:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    kr5171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Helvetic AirwaysLX580
    12:25 PM1h25
    Zurich Airport
    1:50 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    kr32481One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+SNCF | TGV INOUI5537
    11:34 AM8h11
    Zurich HB
    7:45 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    kr11071One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+SNCF | TGV INOUI9877
    7:34 AM7h30
    Zurich HB
    3:04 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    kr14891One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+SNCF | TGV INOUI9580
    3:34 PM6h12
    Zurich HB
    9:46 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    kr15521One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:25 PM16h05
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:30 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    kr6091One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 PM21h35
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    6:00 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    kr6171One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 58073
    8:50 PM21h45
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    6:35 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    kr6371One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1393 · AF7346
    2:25 PM7h30
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:55 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    kr22911One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF3195 · AF3181
    6:30 AM5h00
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    11:30 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    kr24031One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF3195 · AF3183
    6:30 AM10h10
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    4:40 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    kr24031One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Marseille.

FAQs
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 kr414.

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

A bus is kr1063 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Marseille costing on average kr1477.

A bus is kr1078 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Marseille costing on average kr1491.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 34m.

Bus takes on average 12h 26m.

The distance from Zurich to Marseille is approximately 320 miles (516 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Marseille is:
  • Around 28 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.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Marseille by train.
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Amelia International, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines to go to Marseille by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus to go to Marseille by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Marseille with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus.
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.
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