The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Madrid
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h 47 m
Buses per day
22
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 £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 22 buses that leave Marseille for Madrid every day 8 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 12 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 42 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.
Normal10:1014h30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles0:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
Normal10:1014h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles0:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£331One-way0 changes
Normal10:1014h30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles0:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
Normal10:1014h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles0:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£331One-way0 changes
23:1517h45Marseille17:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£361One-way0 changes
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0619010:1012h00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles22:10Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£741One-way1 change
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0620010:1012h32Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles22:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£651One-way1 change
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0620010:1012h32Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles22:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£651One-way1 change
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061909:0013h10Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles22:10Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£881One-way1 change
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062009:0013h42Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles22:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£791One-way1 change
Travel Information
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 £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 52m. 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 £32, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 817 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price Cheapest | £216 Average Price | £214 Average Price |
13h 57m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m 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, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h50 | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 34h30 | 6:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
4704 · 54153 | 21:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 16h55 | 14:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 23:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h30 | 16:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 15h20 | 14:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h35 | 16:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:15 Marseille | 17h45 | 17:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 22h45 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06200 | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h42 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06190 | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h10 | 22:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06200 | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h42 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h30 | 0:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h00 | 0:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h00 | 0:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h30 | 0:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 06190 | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h00 | 22:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06200 | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h32 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06200 | 10:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h32 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 21h10 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 23h25 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 16h30 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
50590 · 3186 | 17:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 16h40 | 9:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Madrid
Buses from Marseille to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 3 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 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy from Marseille to MadridYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Madrid with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy for as low as £18. 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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