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Travel Information
Language
French
Currency
EUR
Country code
33
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
80 km/h
50 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in Marseille?
Marseille is a great destination to rent a car. The city is large, interesting, and diverse, and many other fun destinations in Provence are within driving distance. Having your own ride gives you the freedom to explore them all.
One-Way Car Rentals in Marseille
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Marseille and drop off in another city include:
- From Marseille to Milan - 12 offers from € 365.66 per day
- From Marseille to Nice - 143 offers from € 29.98 per day
- From Marseille to Bordeaux - 90 offers from € 31.55 per day
- From Marseille to Lyon - 22 offers from € 72.24 per day
- From Marseille to Toulouse - 94 offers from € 31.55 per day
Top ways to enter Marseille
- Marseille Airport: This international airport serves flights to and from many destinations in Europe, as well as North Africa, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the French overseas territories.
- Toulon Airport: About an hour’s drive east of Marseille, Toulon Airport is mainly active during summers and hosts flights to and from Paris, Belgium, Denmark, United Kingdom, Algeria, and other destinations.
- Nice Airport: The third busiest in France, Nice Airport is about two hours drive east of Marseille.
- By public transportation: If you’re arriving in Marseille by ferry or train, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at the Marseille Port or at the Marseille-Saint-Charles Railway Station.
Useful city facts
- With a metropolitan population of almost 2,000,000 people, Marseille is the capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region and the second largest city in France.
- The main language of the city is French, but there are many other diasporas in Marseille that also speak their own languages such as Arabic, Turkish, Italian, Portuguese, and others. The knowledge of English varies, but many people working in the service industry have at least some knowledge of it.
Top destinations and activities
- Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde. The great church overlooks the rest of the city. Legend says that old fishermen used to drag their boats there to have them blessed in the church.
- Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations. Located in an old castle where footbridges connect two parts of it, this museum explains the fascinating and diverse history of the city and the wider French Mediterranean region.
- Old Harbor (Vieux Port). Still full of fishermen selling a fresh catch, the old Marseille port is one of the most busy parts of town and a great place to feel the local atmosphere and meet the locals. The nearby Pharo Palace, as well as the Canebière Avenue that begins at the port are also interesting to explore.
- Abbey of St. Victor. While Notre Dame is one of the most visually impressive houses of prayer in Marseille, the Abbey of St. Victor is arguably the most historic one. Founded as a monastery in the 5th century by a monk who came from Egypt, the abbey is one of the oldest Christian sites in present-day France. During medieval times, the abbey suffered from attacks by Vikings and Arabs but continued to fulfill its primary function until the 19th century. Nowadays, it is a popular tourist site.
Traffic and parking tips
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30 km/h. Unlike with inter-city roads, the urban speed limit is unaffected by weather.
- Outside cities, as of July 2018 the speed limit depends on the type of the road. Highways are limited to 130 km/h, 4-lane expressways to 110 km/h, and 2- or 3- lane roads to 90 km/h. During the rain the limits are respectively lowered to 110 km/h, 100 km/h, and 80 km/h. The general speed limit is lowered to 50 km/h during heavy fog or other cases of bad visibility.
- The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- As of 2018, hands-free mobile phone use is banned in France and the fines are hefty.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers.
- The emergency number is 112.
Toll roads
Most of the main highways in France (autoroute in French) are toll roads. Their names start with letter A and you can recognize them by a red number sign. The fare for taking a toll road depends on the specific route, the distance length, as well as the type of your vehicle - trailer cars and caravans have to pay more than regular cars. You can pay by a credit card or by cash. You’ll be given a ticket that you have to keep while on the toll road.
Some rental cars are equipped with toll road transporters and can use the automatic toll road payment booths (Télépéage). Ask your rental car provider to find out if they offer cars with toll road transporters.
See the official French toll road website for more information. Use the website's toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.
Ideas for a day-trip
- The Calanques fjords. Located right outside Marseille, you can spend the whole day exploring these small, but unique fjords or simply finding a nice place for relaxation.
- Verdon Natural Regional Park. Home to Verdon Gorge river canyon and the turquoise blue Lake of Sainte Croix, Verdon Natural Park can be reached by less than two hour drive. Another green area to visit near Marseille is Alpilles Natural Regional Park.
- Allauch and Plan de Cuques. These two countryside villages located in the hills near Marseille are a great place for leisurely relaxation and offer beautiful views of the nearby city and the Mediterranean Sea.
- Arles. A small and fairly sleepy place ignored by most foreign visitors, Arles can be an absolutely fascinating destination if you scratch beneath the surface. Attractions include the remains of an amphitheater, baths, and other Roman sites; a number of interesting local museums; and Espace Van Gogh (the famous Dutch painter spent a very prolific year in Arles in the 1880s, creating 300 paintings and drawings). Arles also offers easy access to its neighboring vineyards, wetlands of Rhone delta, and Mediterranean beaches. The drive from Marseille takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Most popular rental types and cars
The most popular rental cars in France are the Renault Twingo, the Volkswagen Polo, and the Ford Fiesta. The most popular rental car types are economy, followed by compact and mini.
Further destinations
- French Riviera. Marseille is right next to this beautiful stretch along the Mediterranean and is sometimes considered part of it. City of Nice is the most famous destination, but you shouldn’t overlook the smaller coastal towns and villages, either.
- Lyon and Alps. The highest mountain chain of Europe is just a couple of hours drive north from Marseille. Lyon, France’s third city, is a good starting point to explore the region.
- Paris. It takes about seven hours to reach by car, but that’s a small price to pay to visit one of the world’s most iconic destinations.
Car Rental Prices in Marseille
- Convertibles - from $45 per day
- Station wagons - from $188 per day
- Large cars - from $94 per day
- Medium cars - from $51 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $165 per day
- Premium cars - from $173 per day
- Small cars - from $45 per day
- SUVs - from $170 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Marseille:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Marseille is the cheapest in April when renting a car is about 52% cheaper than the yearly average and whole 65% cheaper than renting a car in July.
Top 20 Cities near Marseille
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Paris Car Rentals from $23.17 per day665.1 km / 413.3 miles away
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Lyon Car Rentals from $23.16 per day278.1 km / 172.8 miles away
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Nice Car Rentals from $23.26 per day153.6 km / 95.4 miles away
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Toulouse Car Rentals from $23.17 per day326.8 km / 203.1 miles away
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Lille Car Rentals from $24.12 per day828.4 km / 514.7 miles away
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Bordeaux Car Rentals from $33.29 per day516.7 km / 321.1 miles away
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Montpellier Car Rentals from $27.18 per day126.9 km / 78.8 miles away
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Nantes Car Rentals from $24.33 per day696.6 km / 432.9 miles away
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Bastia Car Rentals from $28.33 per day343.4 km / 213.4 miles away
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Figari Car Rentals from $47.27 per day363.1 km / 225.6 miles away
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Ajaccio Car Rentals from $28.33 per day317.2 km / 197.1 miles away
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Strasbourg Car Rentals from $28.13 per day610.6 km / 379.4 miles away
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Toulon Car Rentals from $28.13 per day64.8 km / 40.2 miles away
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Grenoble Car Rentals from $26.23 per day214.2 km / 133.1 miles away
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Perpignan Car Rentals from $31.08 per day214.0 km / 133.0 miles away
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Beauvais Car Rentals from $28.28 per day730.9 km / 454.2 miles away
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Massy Car Rentals from $23.17 per day652.4 km / 405.4 miles away
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Limoges Car Rentals from $26.87 per day432.9 km / 269.0 miles away
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Aix-en-Provence Car Rentals from $19.29 per day20.3 km / 12.6 miles away
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Caen Car Rentals from $23.16 per day793.9 km / 493.3 miles away
Top 16 Locations near Marseille
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Marseille-Saint-Charles Train Station Car Rentals from $23.48 per day2.6 km / 1.6 miles away
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Aix-en-Provence Train Station Car Rentals from $19.29 per day20.3 km / 12.6 miles away
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Marseille Provence Airport Car Rentals from $23.36 per day22.3 km / 13.9 miles away
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Toulon-Hyères Airport Car Rentals from $28.13 per day64.8 km / 40.2 miles away
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Avignon Train Station Car Rentals from $26.10 per day86.2 km / 53.6 miles away
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La Môle - Saint Tropez Airport Car Rentals from $22.01 per day89.1 km / 55.4 miles away
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Manduel Train Station Car Rentals from $28.14 per day92.7 km / 57.6 miles away
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Nimes Airport Car Rentals from $45.37 per day94.6 km / 58.8 miles away
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Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport Car Rentals from $26.70 per day120.0 km / 74.6 miles away
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Cannes - Mandelieu Airport Car Rentals from $21.20 per day129.8 km / 80.7 miles away
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Nice Airport Car Rentals from $23.26 per day153.6 km / 95.4 miles away
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Beziers Airport Car Rentals from $23.26 per day164.7 km / 102.3 miles away
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Perpignan Airport Car Rentals from $28.13 per day213.3 km / 132.5 miles away
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Perpignan Train Station Car Rentals from $31.08 per day214.0 km / 133.0 miles away
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Grenoble Train Station Car Rentals from $26.23 per day214.2 km / 133.1 miles away
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Grenoble Alpes–Isère Airport Car Rentals from $23.94 per day231.7 km / 144.0 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Marseille?
Car rental prices in Marseille vary a lot according to the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Marseille
The best month to rent a car in Marseille is December (when prices for an Economy class start from $35.23). This is 31% cheaper than the yearly average and 45% cheaper than renting in April (when rental prices start at $64.02 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price.
What’s the usual rental length in Marseille?
Travel lengths vary from month to month: in October, travelers rent a car for an average of 8 days in November, the average rental period is 4 days.
Average Rental Length in Marseille
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Marseille?
While travelers visit Marseille year-round, the most popular month for renting a car is March, and the least popular is April.
Popularity of Car Rental in Marseille by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldcar | Peugeot 108 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Peugeot 308 | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Opel Mokka | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Europcar | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Interrent | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
JM
United Kingdom
Renault Twingo
September 19, 2021
Visit the Vaucluse
PS
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark 3d
March 6, 2020
get out of Marsielle as quick as possible they drive like they want to commit suicide, get up to the Luberon or the beaches past the Plages du Prado
SB
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
February 26, 2020
Marseille has always been a very simple airport to rent from. The rental companines are all in the same place and we have never experienced queues, I am not sure why that is, but it has always been very simple.
Drop off is always equally simple and checking the car was almost immediate, which is good when you need to catch a flight.
The only issue is that if coming from the direction of Aix there are no petrol stations on the main road to return the car full. We had to go to an industrial estate to find a service station. There may be service stations on the airport terminal but I am guessing these would be more expensive. Not a great hardship, but otherwise everything is so simple.
RV
Netherlands
Nissan Juke
May 9, 2019
marseille is very nice, the whole provence is (aix/arles/cassis).visit the regard the provence museum, the muzem,le pannier(the neighbourhood opposite the muzem),
JW
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
April 14, 2019
Flamingos in the camargue are amazing. Go to the ornothologie part
Ateliers restaurant in Mousolle
Pont du Gard UNESCO site is phenomenal, book if you want to walk over the top
GS
Sweden
Citroen C4 Cactus
October 25, 2018
Les calanques nearby Marseille are breath-taking.
RS
Hungary
Citroen C4
August 6, 2018
Great service :) Thanks
Top 13 Suppliers in Marseille in 2021
Interrent
+33442410978 / +33180202262
Aeroport de Marseille Provence (Terminal 1) 13727 Marignane, France
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
National
+330491059086
18 Boulevard Charles Nedelec Marseille Gare Sncf, 13001 Marseille
SIXT
+33491256851
48 Boulevard Rabatau, 13008 Marseille
Alamo
+330491059086
18 Boulevard Charles Nedelec Marseille Gare Sncf, 13001 Marseille
Europcar
+330491175302
121 AVENUE DU PRADO
Working hours
Mon:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Tue:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Wed:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Thu:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Fri:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Sat:08:00-12:00; 14:00-18:00
Enterprise
0491830505
83 BOULEVARD RABATAU,
Keddy
+330491175302
121 AVENUE DU PRADO
Working hours
Mon:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Tue:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Wed:14:00-18:30
Thu:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Fri:08:00-12:30; 14:00-18:30
Sat:08:00-12:00; 14:00-18:00
Budget
0820611636
31 Bd Voltaire
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-18:30
Sun:10:00-20:00
Avis
+33820611639
Aeroport De Marseille-provence Bp 68 Hall B T1 Rez De Chausse
Working hours
Mon:07:30-23:00
Tue:07:30-23:00
Wed:07:30-23:00
Thu:07:30-23:00
Fri:07:30-23:00
Sat:10:00-18:00
Sun:10:00-21:00
Alamo
0442060646
Enterprise Rent A Car
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
Interrent
Ace Rent a car
+33442410978 / +33185654704 / +18778223872
Aeroport Marseille-Provence, 13127 Marignane
Working hours
Mon:10:00-17:30
Tue:10:00-17:30
Wed:10:00-17:30
Thu:10:00-17:30
Fri:10:00-17:30
Sat:10:00-17:30
Sun:10:00-17:30
Goldcar
+33185654704 / +33180202262
13727 Marignane, France
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00