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How do you get to Cassis?

A picturesque little village nestling between the sea and the mountains, in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, Cassis may seem timeless… but it’s easily accessible.

Whether you come by road or rail, by bus or even by plane, for a week or a day, to swim, hike, explore the calanques, taste the local wines or stroll through the narrow streets of the historic centre, there’s always a way to get here.

A getaway in Provence less than 30 minutes from Marseille.

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Eco-responsible travel in Cassis

To discover Cassis in an environmentally-friendly way, opt for sustainable transport solutions such as car-sharing with BlaBlaCar, or taking the train or bus. These means of transport reduce CO2 emissions and the ecological footprint of your trip. Once you’re there, opt for soft mobility like cycling or walking to explore the city and its creeks. Choosing eco-responsible solutions means preserving the natural beauty of Cassis for future generations while enjoying an environmentally-friendly holiday.

Getting to Cassis by bus

Bus Route 78: Marseille (Castellane) – Cassis (centre-ville) every day, every 45 minutes – Bus 78 timetable
Bus Line 68: Aubagne – Carnoux – Cassis every day – Bus 68 timetable
Bus Line 69: Marseille – Aubagne – La Ciotat every day – Timetable Bus 68
Bus Route 374: Roquefort La Bédoule – Cassis – Timetable Bus 374
Bus Line 376: Roquefort La Bédoule – Carnoux en Provence – Cassis – Timetable Bus 376

From Marseille-Provence airport: shuttle bus to Marseille St Charles station + train – Airport bus timetable

Ideal for day visitors or those using soft mobility

Getting to Cassis by train

Cassis SNCF station on the Marseille – Toulon – Nice line
Regular direct services from Marseille (approx. every 30 min.), Aubagne and Toulon

TGV connections from Marseille :

    • Paris (3h20), Lille, Strasbourg, Rennes, Nantes, Bordeaux, Brussels, Frankfurt, Geneva, Barcelona, Milan…

Station opening times :

Changes to staff presence at stations on the Marseille – Les Arcs line.
Ticket offices closed, mobile teams present at Cassis:

    • Tuesdays from 1pm to 4pm
    • Wednesday, 9am to 12pm
    • Friday, 9am to 12pm.

The station is 3 km (about 40 minutes on foot) from the centre.

Access to the village :

    • Bus line 371 Casino – Gare – Le Brégadan
    • Taxis
    • On foot (approx. 40 minutes, but beware of the uphill gradient on the return journey)

Did you know? 

Cassis is one of the easiest villages on the Côte Provençale to get to, while remaining protected from the hustle and bustle of the city. Once you’ve arrived, everything can be done on foot or using eco-responsible transport, for a smooth, car-free stay.

Getting to Cassis by car

To reach Cassis quickly and easily by car, here are the best options depending on your point of departure:

From the west:
Via the A50 from Marseille – 30 min

    • 430 km from Toulouse (4h20)
    • 670 km from Bordeaux (6h)
    • 1100 km from Madrid

From the north :
Via the A8, A52 and A50 from Aix-en-Provence – 45 min
Via the A7 from Lyon, towards Aix-en-Provence, then the A52 and A50

    • 800 km from Paris (7h30)
    • 340 km from Lyon (3h20)
    • 1000 km from Munich
    • 1100 km from Brussels

From the east:
Via the A50 from Toulon – 50 min
Take the A8 from Nice towards Aix-en-Provence, then the A52 and A50 – 2 hours

    • 520 km from Milan (5h30)
    • 490 km from Geneva (4h45)

Where do I leave the motorway to go to Cassis?
Exit 8 – Cassis (toll)
Exit 6 – Carnoux then Cassis

Tip: Access via the panoramic Route des Crêtes ( from La Ciotat) – preferable outside periods of strong winds (note that the Route des Crêtes is pedestrianised on Sundays!).

Travelling by plane

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) 55 km from Cassis

    • Gare St-Charles ➝ Train to Cassis – Timetable

Estimated total time: 1h15 to 1h30

Cassis is closer than you think… And once you’ve arrived, you won’t want to leave.

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Practical information
  • 1. How do I get to Cassis by train?

    You can take a train to Aubagne station, then a direct bus to Cassis. The whole journey takes around 45 minutes.

    You can also take a train from Marseille to Cassis. The total journey takes about 30 minutes.

  • 2. Is there an airport near Cassis?

    Yes, Marseille-Provence airport is about a 50-minute drive from Cassis.

    You can also use public transport to get to Cassis.

  • 3. How do I get to Cassis by car?

    Cassis can be reached via the A50 motorway. It takes around 30 minutes from Marseille.

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