The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Marseille
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
11 h 53 m
Average duration
12 h 21 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Marseille will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $57.
Of the 24 buses that leave Madrid for Marseille every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 817 km distance in an average of 12 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 53 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal · Normal10:45 PM17h40Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:25 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$571One-way1 change
Normal11:30 PM17h29Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:59 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$771One-way0 changes
Normal11:00 PM17h59Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:59 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$771One-way0 changes
11:30 PM17h29Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:59 PMMarseille$811One-way0 changes
11:00 PM17h59Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:59 PMMarseille$811One-way0 changes
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Normal9:57 AM11h53Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$1161One-way1 change
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Normal9:57 AM11h53Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$1161One-way1 change
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Normal7:22 AM11h58Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:20 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$1291One-way1 change
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Normal8:50 AM13h00Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$1031One-way1 change
06281+
Normal8:50 AM13h00Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:50 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles$1031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $168.
Distance: 817 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average Price Cheapest | $284 Average Price | $284 Average Price |
16h 37m Average total duration 16h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Marseille coaches for today, Friday, 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h01 | 8:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
| Saturday, 30 May | |||||
4822 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h20 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
06071+ Normal | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h28 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06071+ Normal | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h28 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06071+ Normal | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h58 | 7:20 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06081+ Normal | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h28 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06081+ Normal | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h28 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06281+ Normal | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h00 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06281+ Normal | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h00 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06011+ Normal | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h53 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
06011+ Normal | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h53 | 9:50 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h40 | 12:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h45 | 11:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h40 | 10:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h55 | 10:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
3187 · 3136 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h45 | 3:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h30 | 6:20 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h40 | 4:25 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 17h59 | 4:59 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
4249 | 11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 17h59 | 4:59 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 17h59 | 4:59 PM Marseille | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h29 | 4:59 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h29 | 4:59 PM Marseille | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h25 | 8:00 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Marseille
Buses from Madrid to Marseille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 but you can travel from only $24 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 817 km distance in 14h 50m.
Distance 817 km |
Average bus duration 16h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
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FAQs: Madrid to Marseille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Marseille by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Marseille
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
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