How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Marseille?

The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Marseille start at R 529. The average price for this route is around R 1 273. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Marseille?

The average bus journey time from Madrid to Marseille is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 799 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Madrid to Marseille route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus , ALSA , Union Ivkoni .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Marseille?

The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Marseille at 00:14. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Marseille?

A bus trip from Madrid to Marseille produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Madrid to Marseille?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61073 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Marseille?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Marseille?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Marseille?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Madrid to Marseille from R 522 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Marseille on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	22h 25m	19:15	Aéroport MRS	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	14h 55m	10:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	18h 50m	10:35	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Marseille on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	14h 55m	10:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	21h 30m	18:20	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Marseille on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Cheapest
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h 29m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Marseille on 18 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Cheapest
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	17h 59m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	23:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h 29m	16:59	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Marseille on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	14h 55m	10:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	16h 45m	16:59	MARSEILLE	No tags
Bus	09:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 10h	20:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	12:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 16h	04:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Marseille

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Marseille. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 396, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 40mAverage duration

818 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 529 - R 5 970	Average duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 396 - R 2 175	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Marseille?

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
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F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Stops in Marseille

A
Gare Routière Saint-Charles
15 Rue Honnorat, 13003 Marseille, France
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B
ARENC
133 Rue Peyssonnel, 13002 Marseille, , France
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C
Port de Marseille
Boulevard Euromediterranée Quai d'Arenc, 13002 Marseille, France
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Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 373 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 050 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

ALSA

4.5/561 154 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 978 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

FR bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Marseille by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Marseille?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Marseille start at R 529. The average price for this route is around R 1 273. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Marseille?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to Marseille is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 799 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Marseille route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Marseille?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Marseille at 00:14. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Marseille?
A bus trip from Madrid to Marseille produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Madrid to Marseille?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Marseille?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Marseille?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Marseille?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/01

R 946

14/01

R 1 829

Today

R 1 084

16/01

R 924

17/01

R 764

18/01

R 925

19/01

R 864

20/01

R 1 169

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Marseille was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of R 764

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

You can expect to pay from R 764 to R 2 542 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Marseille based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 764, which is on 2026-01-17.