How to get from Madrid to Marseille
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Marseille. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 816 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €21, on Sat, Sep 5.
This fare comes from a search on September 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
816 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €31Checked Sep 6 | 1h 45mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €122Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 8h 24mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €72Reading date not recorded | 10h 58m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€31Checked Sep 61h 45m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€122Omio catalogue, Sep 88h 24m · directSee Train details
- Bus€72Reading date not recorded10h 58m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Marseille: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Marseille Provenceflight
Ryanair·1h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Marseille
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€158November 2026
Departures from Madrid to Marseille
FlixBus runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 19:05 and the last at 19:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 1 | 19:05 | 19:05 |
| Renfetrain | 1 | 12:50 | 12:50 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairMadrid–Barajas-Marseille ProvenceSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-Barcelona, Madrid-MarseilleBook →
BlaBlaCar BusBarcelona-MarseilleBook →On this route you travel with Ryanair, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Marseille works
Start with a Ryanair flight from Madrid to Marseille, about 1h 45m. In total it's roughly €31 over 1h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Marseille: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Marseille?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Marseille from Madrid?
About 816 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Marseille cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €21 to €116. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Marseille?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 45m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Marseille?
About 1h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Marseille?
Madrid is MAD and Marseille is MRS, so this route is usually written MAD to MRS.
Which operators run Madrid to Marseille?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Madrid to Marseille without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 8h 42m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Marseille?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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