How to get to Marseille from Salou

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Compare coach and flight for Salou to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salou to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a flight costs an average of £465.

Distance: 428 km

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Compare ways to travel from Salou to Marseille

Compare the available ways to get from Salou to Marseille, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Salou to Marseille is a train with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Salou to Marseille:

A train is £116 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salou to Marseille costing on average £124.

A train is £457 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salou to Marseille costing on average £465.

The fastest way to travel from Salou to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Coach takes on average 14h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salou and Marseille including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 19m sooner (3h 58m by flight vs 6h 17m by car). Tickets start at around £465 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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How to get to Marseille from Salou by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Salou to Marseille is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Marseille by train

The most popular day trips by train from Marseille are Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Arles, Nice and Nîmes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Marseille on Omio.

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Day trip from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence by train

Why visit Aix-en-Provence for the day?

Aix-en-Provence is known for its elegant old town, fountains and ties to Cézanne. Its leafy streets, markets and café life give the city a refined but relaxed Provençal character.

A view of Avignon

Day trip from Marseille to Avignon by train

Why visit Avignon for the day?

Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.

A view of Arles

Day trip from Marseille to Arles by train

Why visit Arles for the day?

Arles is known for its Roman monuments and its close association with Van Gogh. The compact Provençal centre feels historic yet lived-in, with art, café life and the Camargue close at hand.

A view of Nice

Day trip from Marseille to Nice by train

Why visit Nice for the day?

Nice is a Mediterranean city on the Côte d'Azur known for the Promenade des Anglais and Vieux Nice. Pebble beaches, busy markets and French-Italian character give it a relaxed but lively feel.

A view of Nîmes

Day trip from Marseille to Nîmes by train

Why visit Nîmes for the day?

Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.

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FAQs: Salou to Marseille

Travel to Marseille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salou to Marseille.

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There are 2 options to travel between Salou and Marseille including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Salou to Marseille is a train with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Salou to Marseille:

A train is £116 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salou to Marseille costing on average £124.

A train is £457 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salou to Marseille costing on average £465.

The fastest way to travel from Salou to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Coach takes on average 14h 44m.

The Salou to Marseille distance is approximately 428 km.
The average frequency per day from Salou to Marseille is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salou and Marseille as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Salou to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Port Aventura and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Salou, Avenida de Joan Fuster (Port Aventura) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salou to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Marseille by coach.
  • Travel with AVE to go to Marseille by train.
  • Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, British Airways, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Vueling, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, ITA, BA Cityflyer, Air Baltic, Volotea, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings to go to Marseille by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Salou to Marseille:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Vueling, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Salou to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marseille and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Salou to Marseille, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Marseille, visitors can explore the historic Old Port with its vibrant markets and seafood restaurants, and enjoy the panoramic views from the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. Discover the breathtaking Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours, and wander through Le Panier, the city's oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Additionally, the MuCEM offers diverse cultural exhibits, while the Château d'If provides a glimpse into history on its island location.
To fully experience Marseille, plan to spend around three to four days exploring its key attractions, such as the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the Calanques National Park.

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