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 ne 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.

Coming to Cassis by car, train or bus ...

How do you get to Cassis?

A picturesque little village nestled 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’re travelling by road or rail, by bus or even by plane, for a week or just a day, to swim, go hiking, explore the calanques, sample 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.

Eco-friendly travel in Cassis

To explore Cassis in an environmentally friendly way, choose sustainable transport options such as car-sharing with BlaBlaCar, or travelling by train or bus. These modes of transport reduce CO₂ emissions and the environmental impact of your trip. Once you’re there, opt for soft mobility options such as cycling or walking to explore the city and its creeks. Choosing eco-friendly options helps to preserve the natural beauty of Cassis for future generations, whilst allowing you to enjoy an environmentally-friendly holiday.

Getting to Cassis by bus

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

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

Ideal for day visitors or those using non-motorised transport

Travelling to Cassis by train

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

TGV connections from Marseille:

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

Station opening hours:

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

Tuesdays from 1pm to 4pm

Wednesday, 9.00 am to 12.00 pm

Fridays, 9.00 am to 12.00 pm.

The station is 3 km (about 40 minutes’ walk) from the centre.

Getting to the village:

Bus route 371: Casino – Gare – Le Brégadan

Taxis

On foot (approx. 40 minutes, but be aware of the uphill slope on the return journey)

Did you know?

Cassis is one of the easiest villages on the Côte Provençale to reach, whilst remaining sheltered from the hustle and bustle of the city. Once you’ve arrived, everything can be done on foot or using eco-friendly transport, ensuring a hassle-free, car-free stay.

Getting around Cassis

Travelling to Cassis by car

To get to Cassis quickly and easily by car, here are the best options depending on where you’re coming from:

From the west:
via the A50 from Marseille – 30 mins

430 km from Toulouse (4 hours 20 minutes)

670 km from Bordeaux (6 hours)

1,100 km from Madrid

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

800 km from Paris (7h30)

340 km from Lyon (3 hours 20 minutes)

1,000 km from Munich

1,100 km from Brussels

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

520 km from Milan (5 hours 30 minutes)

490 km from Geneva (4 hours 45 minutes)

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

Tip: Access via the scenic Route des Crêtes (from La Ciotat) – preferably when there are no strong winds (please note that the Route des Crêtes is closed to traffic on Sundays!).