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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Marseille is to bus which costs €90 - €140 and takes 38h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Marseille is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Marseille?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Marseille station. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler and arriving at Marseille Saint Charles Bus Station via Sofia Serdica Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Marseille?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Marseille Saint-Charles via Halkali, Bucuresti Nord, Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Zürich HB and Mulhouse Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 17m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Marseille?

The distance between Istanbul and Marseille is 2008 km. The road distance is 2430 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Marseille without a car is to bus and train which takes 35h 31m and costs €250 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Istanbul to Marseille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Marseille bus from?

Istanbul to Marseille bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Marseille train from?

Istanbul to Marseille train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Marseille?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Marseille is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs €85 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €140 and takes 38h 30m.

Where does the Istanbul to Marseille bus arrive?

Istanbul to Marseille bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Marseille?

Marseille is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 3:03 PM in Istanbul and 1:03 PM in Marseille.

Where does the Istanbul to Marseille train arrive?

Istanbul to Marseille train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Marseille?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Marseille is 2430 km. It takes approximately 23h 1m to drive from Istanbul to Marseille.

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

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Where can I stay near Marseille?

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Istanbul to Marseille - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 10 ways to get from Istanbul to Marseille by plane, bus, train, night train, or car

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

Fly Istanbul to Marseille Provence Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane IST - MRS
6h 54m
€86–246
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane SAW - MRS
7h 10m
€84–287
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83
3. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Marseille Saint-Charlestrain 84
35h 31m
€254–486
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Kelenfoeldnighttrain
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
5. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Marseille Saint-Charlestrain 84
46h 17m
€350–573
Drive 2,430 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Marseillecar 2,430 km
23h 1m
€366–529
Fly Istanbul to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane IST - NCE
2. Take the train from Antibes to Marseille St Charlestrain
10h 6m
€127–238
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane SAW - NCE
2. Take the train from Antibes to Marseille St Charlestrain
10h 21m
€126–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Marseille Saint Charles Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3600 / ...
38h 30m
€93–133
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus
38h 49m
€119–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus
45h 5m
€108–171

Istanbul to Marseille by bus, foot, and train

2Weekly Services

35h 31mAverage Duration

€254Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,008.1 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Marseille, France?

Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul (IST) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Marseille Saint Charles Bus Station via Sofia and Sofia Serdica Bus Stop in around 38h 30m.

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