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Library-museum founded from a scholar’s collection, known for manuscripts, art and cabinet displays in a historic learned setting.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Carpentras is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Carpentras will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 13 buses that leave Marseille for Carpentras every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m 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.
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5808Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Carpentras among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 88 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Carpentras coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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58074 | 7:05 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h20 | 8:25 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h45 | 10:10 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h35 | 11:45 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h20 | 12:55 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
50793 | 12:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h20 | 13:20 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h15 | 13:50 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h15 | 15:30 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h15 | 19:50 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h40 | 20:35 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
5808 | 21:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h15 | 22:15 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h25 | 23:40 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
51511 | 23:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 1h30 | 0:30 Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Marseille to Carpentras run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 14m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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Discover the best of Carpentras — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carpentras trip today.
Library-museum founded from a scholar’s collection, known for manuscripts, art and cabinet displays in a historic learned setting.
Town museum in a grand former bishop’s palace, presenting archaeology, fine art and local history collections in refined interiors.
Art space and museum venue hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural displays inside the Hôtel-Dieu complex in central Carpentras.
Main square lined with historic buildings and cafés, a practical base for exploring the old town and watching daily local life.
Historic quarter around the synagogue, valued for its narrow streets and strong sense of Carpentras’s layered religious history.
Shaded boulevard on the edge of the centre, pleasant for a walk and useful for appreciating the town’s 19th-century urban layout.
Candied cherries and melon from nearby Apt, folded into rich almond cake. A festive Provençal speciality linked to regional fruit growing and pâtisserie.
Dark summer cherries preserved in syrup or liqueur style. Carpentras and the Comtat Venaissin are closely tied to cherry growing and traditional preserves.
A Provençal vegetable stew of courgettes, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes and olive oil. It is a regional staple across Vaucluse in the summer.
Refined Provençal restaurant in central Carpentras, known for seasonal produce and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Traditional restaurant serving Provençal and French cuisine in an old-town setting, suited to a relaxed lunch or dinner.
Well-known brasserie style address for traditional French dishes, generous portions and a lively local atmosphere.
Moderate for Provence. Hotels and dining cost less than Nice or Avignon; local buses are cheap, but summer stays and market-area restaurants raise costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Carpentras 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 Carpentras, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Carpentras buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Carpentras bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
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