What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Marseille?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Marseille is to bus via Paris which costs €50 - €190 and takes 24h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Marseille?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Marseille is to train and fly which takes 6h 9m and costs €95 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Marseille?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles via London Victoria and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Marseille?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Marseille St Charles via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Marseille?

The distance between Cardiff and Marseille is 1439 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Marseille without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Marseille without a car is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs €150 - €600.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Marseille?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Cardiff to Marseille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Marseille bus from?

Cardiff to Marseille bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Marseille train from?

Cardiff to Marseille train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Marseille?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Marseille is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs €150 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €50 - €190 and takes 24h 44m, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €280 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Marseille bus arrive?

Cardiff to Marseille bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Marseille?

Marseille is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 7:34 AM in Cardiff and 8:34 AM in Marseille.

Where does the Cardiff to Marseille train arrive?

Cardiff to Marseille train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Marseille?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Marseille?

Book your Cardiff to Marseille bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Marseille?

There are 4434+ hotels available in Marseille.

Cardiff to Marseille - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Marseille by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, plane, car ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Marseille St CharlesTgv
9h 22m
€157–567
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Lille
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station
27h 2m
€49–235
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
24h 44m
€53–184
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Marseille
14h 8m
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)CWL - MRS
8h 34m
€98–273
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Portsmouth International Port
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
3. Drive from Caen to Marseille
18h 15m
€209–564
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)BRS - MRS
6h 9m
€98–254
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)LHR - MRS
6h 57m
€147–414
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)LGW - MRS
8h 1m
€118–322
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)STN - MRS
7h 59m
€118–343
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wilmslow
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)MAN - MRS
9h 10m
€114–262

Cardiff to Marseille by train and subway

110Weekly Services

9h 22mAverage Duration

€157Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,438.6 km
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Marseille, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Marseille St Charles via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles via London Victoria, Paris, and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 24h 44m.

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