The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Madrid
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 12 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Madrid will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 7 buses that leave Marseille for Madrid every day 3 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 16 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 30 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. 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 £35, and a train costs an average of £146.
Distance: 817 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£77 Average Price Cheapest | £192 Average Price | £217 Average Price |
16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Marseille to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51020 · 4821 | 06:25 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h15 | 23:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
4821 | 09:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h30 | 23:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 21h20 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 18h45 | 09:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h10 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h50 | 09:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h30 | 15:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Madrid
Buses from Marseille to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 2 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 30m.
Distance 817 km |
Average bus duration 15h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Marseille to MadridYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Madrid with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Madrid
- 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
- 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
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