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TodayJul 15
from US$244
TomorrowJul 16
from US$129
ThuJul 17
from US$129
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SatJul 19
from US$122
SunJul 20
from US$78
MonJul 21
from US$75
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 16 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Marseille
    Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Marseille

Bus
Average PriceUS$50 - US$183Average Duration21h 25m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$59 - US$147Average Duration23h 31m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$141 - US$141Average Duration12h 30m
36kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cologne to Marseille

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Marseille. The journey takes about 23 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
23h 31mAverage Duration
US$59Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Marseille: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$104
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance853 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Cologne to Marseille Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Marseille

  1. What is the distance between Cologne and Marseille?

    The distance between Cologne and Marseille is around 859 km (533 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Marseille?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Gare Routière Saint-Charles, in Marseille.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-13
US$180
07-14
US$156
Today
US$228
07-16
US$120
07-17
US$120
07-18
US$106
07-19
US$114
07-20
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Marseille was searched and found on Jul 20, 2025 with a price of US$75

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Marseille, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$75 to US$228 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Marseille based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$75 which is on 2025-07-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to Marseille, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Marseille.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Marseille while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Marseille

You can also go to Marseille by train

Train from Cologne to Marseille

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