Bus from Marseille to Barcelona: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Marseille to Barcelona on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Gare Routière Saint-Charles
    		Barcelona NordCheapestFastest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Gare Routière Saint-Charles
      		Barcelona NordNo tags
      Union IvkoniBus
        		MARSEILLE SAINT CHARLES BUS STATION
        		Barcelona SantsNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Gare Routière Saint-Charles
        		Barcelona NordNo tags
        BlaBlaCar BusBus
          		Marseille Provence Airport
          		Barcelona NordNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Marseille to Barcelona

          We recommend taking the train

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 4 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 844, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1train per day
          4h 32mAverage duration
          343 kmDistance
          8kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceR 264 - R 2 983Average duration7h 50m
          8kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceR 844 - R 3 481Average duration4h 32m
          8kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average priceR 449 - R 1 613Average duration5h 20m
          14kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Marseille to Barcelona by bus

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

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Marseille to Barcelona?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Marseille to Barcelona start at R 264. The average price for this route is around R 527. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Marseille to Barcelona?

            The average bus journey time from Marseille to Barcelona is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 338 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

          3. Which bus companies service the Marseille to Barcelona route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Marseille to Barcelona?

            The earliest bus departs from Marseille to Barcelona at 05:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Marseille to Barcelona?

            A bus trip from Marseille to Barcelona produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

          6. What is the best bus company from Marseille to Barcelona?

            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 61149 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Barcelona?

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

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Marseille to Barcelona?

            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.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Marseille to Barcelona?

            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
          27/01
          R 1 166
          28/01
          R 375
          Today
          R 494
          30/01
          R 356
          31/01
          R 356
          01/02
          R 356
          02/02
          R 356
          03/02
          R 356
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Marseille to Barcelona was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 356

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

          You can expect to pay from R 356 to R 2 045 for a bus ticket from Marseille to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 356, which is on 2026-01-31.

          Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          What's the cheapest way to go from Marseille to Barcelona?

          busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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