THE SHORT VERSION
Bologna to Marseille at a glance.
- From
- Bologna
- Road distance
- About 675 km
- Straight line
- 496 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Marseille to Bologna →
- Border
- Italy → France. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bologna
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Marseille
From Saint-Charles, the metro (lines 1 and 2) reaches the Old Port and city centre.
- Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Next to Marseille Saint-Charles station. Regional and long-distance coaches.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Regional Zou! buses link Marseille with Aix-en-Provence, Nice and other towns.
KEEP GOING
From Marseille, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Marseille
More buses from Bologna
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bologna from Marseille by road?+
About 675 km by road (496 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bologna to Marseille take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Marseille to Bologna?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Marseille to Bologna guide.
Where does the bus from Bologna arrive in Marseille?+
It depends on the operator. In Marseille, services use Gare Routière Saint-Charles. From Saint-Charles, the metro (lines 1 and 2) reaches the Old Port and city centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Marseille?+
From Saint-Charles, the metro (lines 1 and 2) reaches the Old Port and city centre.
What kind of bus runs from Bologna to Marseille?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bologna to Marseille bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Marseille by bus?+
Direct buses from Marseille include Nice, Lyon, Barcelona, Milan, Florence and more. See all connections on our Marseille bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Bologna to Marseille?+
Italy and France are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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