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BEST WAY DOWNTOWN: Bus

BASICS
Marseille Airport is 18 miles (28 km) northwest of the center of the city of Marseille.

TAXI
Taxis are available 24 hours a day, with a surcharge at night. Fare to the center of the city is about 235 francs ($37); at night the cost is about 285 francs (46). The trip takes about 30 minutes.

BUS
There is a regular bus service to Gare St. Charles in the center of town. From Gare St. Charles it is a short taxi ride to most destinations in the city. Buses leave the terminal from 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. every 20 minutes, and when flights arrive at other times. The fare is about 46 francs ($7), and the trip takes about 35 minutes.

AIR FRANCE BUS
Air France runs a mini-bus to Marseille five times a day, on weekdays. The bus leaves the airport at 5:30 A.M., 8:45 A.M., 11:15 A.M., 2:00 P.M., 5:45 P.M. The cost is approximately 48 francs ($8).

Marseille Airport Hotels
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RENTAL CAR
All the major car rental firms have counters at Marseille Airport. If you plan to travel outside the downtown area, a rental car is highly recommended.