Goldygolfer Posted June 12, 2013 #1 Share Posted June 12, 2013 (edited) I have noticed that many questions have been asked about how to get from the port to be centre of Marseille. I just found the following item on the official Marseille-Provence website. I thought future cruisers to Marseille might find it of interest. Here is the link to the website for those who would like to read more.http://www.marseille-provence.info/travel-rail-train-air-sea-road-motorways/boats-sea-ships-ferries-canals-rivers/385-marseille-cruise-ship-port.html#shuttle Nouvelle June 2013: Good news for cruise passengers. On 7 June the Port of Marseille (GPMM) introduced a free shuttle bus between the Môle Léon Gourret and Joliette station, an interchange near the city centre with plenty of excellent onward tram, metro and bus connections. The bus runs every 30 minutes on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.The not-quite-so-good news is that the shuttle has provoked angry protests from Marseille taxi drivers who have been picketing the terminals. You may also find that your cruise ship is not keen to publicise this new competitor to its own, paid shuttle buses. Edited June 12, 2013 by Goldygolfer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberge Posted June 12, 2013 #2 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I have noticed that many questions have been asked about how to get from the port to be centre of Marseille. I just found the following item on the official Marseille-Provence website. I thought future cruisers to Marseille might find it of interest. Here is the link to the website for those who would like to read more. http://www.marseille-provence.info/travel-rail-train-air-sea-road-motorways/boats-sea-ships-ferries-canals-rivers/385-marseille-cruise-ship-port.html#shuttle Nouvelle June 2013: Good news for cruise passengers. On 7 June the Port of Marseille (GPMM) introduced a free shuttle bus between the Môle Léon Gourret and Joliette station, an interchange near the city centre with plenty of excellent onward tram, metro and bus connections. The bus runs every 30 minutes on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The not-quite-so-good news is that the shuttle has provoked angry protests from Marseille taxi drivers who have been picketing the terminals. You may also find that your cruise ship is not keen to publicise this new competitor to its own, paid shuttle buses. Thank you for posting this information. Now lets hope everyone going there reads it...great help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted June 12, 2013 #3 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Great info, getting into Marseille has been a question many times so this is very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted June 12, 2013 #4 Share Posted June 12, 2013 That free Marseille shuttle story does provoke some thought. The article only talks about a bus that runs on Fri, Sat, and Sun. What about the other 4 days? Sounds kind of strange. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberge Posted June 12, 2013 #5 Share Posted June 12, 2013 That free Marseille shuttle story does provoke some thought. The article only talks about a bus that runs on Fri, Sat, and Sun. What about the other 4 days? Sounds kind of strange. Hank Maybe it is a trial basis to see if used..or the driver needs a second job on the weekend;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmay Posted June 12, 2013 #6 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Many thanks,will come in handy for us:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare deladane Posted June 19, 2013 #7 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Too bad my cruise ports there on a Thursday :( Fingers crossed that they expand to 7 days a week before September! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex71 Posted June 19, 2013 #8 Share Posted June 19, 2013 That free Marseille shuttle story does provoke some thought. The article only talks about a bus that runs on Fri, Sat, and Sun. What about the other 4 days? Sounds kind of strange. Hank Also, if it's one bus with a capacity of maybe 50 seats. I wonder how it's going to cope wen two ships with 4000 passengers each are in port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portofrome Posted June 19, 2013 #9 Share Posted June 19, 2013 As I said in the other thread, I was last Saturday in Marseille to start my cruise on the Msc Preziosa. I went to place Joliette and waited for one hour and half (i had a lot of time to spend) but no free shuttle there. So, at the end I took the bus # 35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted June 20, 2013 #10 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Thanks for the link. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirp Posted July 7, 2013 #11 Share Posted July 7, 2013 Anyone successfully use this shuttle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diminsion Posted July 9, 2013 #12 Share Posted July 9, 2013 (edited) For those who have already been to Marseilles, can you please tell me where your ship docked, if you were with Carnival? I've read that it could either be Môle Léon Gourret or Joliette. I'm asking because in case there isn't a free shuttle or it doesn't run on the day I'll be there, I would like to avoid Carnival's 14 euro each shuttle price and take the bus for just over a euro. I'm trying to figure out the best way to get to Vieux Port from wherever it is we dock. Thanks in advance for any responses. Sheena Edited July 9, 2013 by diminsion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggy84 Posted July 12, 2013 #13 Share Posted July 12, 2013 I'd also be interested in more info on this. We are sailing on Norwegian Epic next month. Does she dock nearby? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portofrome Posted August 7, 2013 #14 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Anyone successfully use this shuttle? I was in Marseille in July 28th on the Noordam and this time (not as last June) the shuttle was there. The bus stop is at the end of the pier and you will see this : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diminsion Posted August 7, 2013 #15 Share Posted August 7, 2013 I love the info you get from this site. Thanks portofrome!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggy84 Posted September 1, 2013 #16 Share Posted September 1, 2013 I can confirm that the shuttle was running as of last week and seemed to be running quite frequently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diminsion Posted September 1, 2013 #17 Share Posted September 1, 2013 sucks I'll be there on a Thursday, and it only runs on the weekend :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spain2012 Posted September 11, 2013 #18 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Does anyone know where Norweigian Epic docks? Failing that, does anyone know the cost of a taxi from the docks to the train station? Epic charges $12 per person for the shuttle and there are 4 of us, so I'm thinking a taxi might be a better option. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiko94 Posted September 13, 2013 #19 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Does anyone know where Norweigian Epic docks? Failing that, does anyone know the cost of a taxi from the docks to the train station? Epic charges $12 per person for the shuttle and there are 4 of us, so I'm thinking a taxi might be a better option. Thanks. There is a free shuttle provided by the port at Marseille. NCL dies not tell you this as they want you to get the $12 shuttle. When you get off the ship, walk to the left and you'll see the white bus that is free. It just takes you to the port entrance though and not to the city center. But the metro (Joliette) is just about a 5min walk from the port J1 entrance. Metro is €1.50. Or if you want, you can take a 30 min walk to the old port. From the old port, you can take bus 60 to the Nortre Damme at the top of the hill. The view there is spectacular! Bus is €1.80. We also went to Aix-en-Provence by bus. Aix is a lovely small town that for me is worth visiting. It is only 20 mins bus ride. From Joliette metro, get off at St Charles (bus station). Then from there take bus from Aix. I just can't remember the Bus no but you can ask the tourist info there. Fare is €5.60 one way. Bus runs often just so you know. It even has free wifi! :) We just spent about €15 in transportation to Aix and the cathedral compared to $12 that will just take you to city center. Just be aware that the last free shuttle is only up to 5:30pm. Otherwise, you have to take a cab back to the ship as it is far from the gate. Have fun in Marseille! I want to go back there! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggy84 Posted September 13, 2013 #20 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Although NCL don't advertise the fact there's a free shuttle, we still asked the staff where we pic the bus up from and they pointed us in the right direction. Although it only drops you off at the port gates, it's not far to walk to get to the old port although we didn't make a note of the time but time! On the way there we went up the hill and walked past the shops and on the way back we took the direct route along the seafront. Both journeys were well signposted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runnersmate Posted September 18, 2013 #21 Share Posted September 18, 2013 We used the bus on Friday and it was running very regularly. The cruise staff isn't allowed to mention it but since embarkation/disembarkation is at Marseille there are folks to ask. It is right outside the gate of the ship. Happy sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnjet Posted September 19, 2013 #22 Share Posted September 19, 2013 (edited) Did you notice if the shuttle was wheelchair accessible? That is, did it have a ramp or lift? Also, does the shuttle take you to the city center? Is there a stop at the train station? Edited September 19, 2013 by Finnjet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggy84 Posted September 22, 2013 #23 Share Posted September 22, 2013 Did you notice if the shuttle was wheelchair accessible? That is, did it have a ramp or lift? Also, does the shuttle take you to the city center? Is there a stop at the train station? I vaguely remember it being more like a coach than a bus so probably not wheelchair accessible. but don't quote me on that. I got on so many buses on my trip! I do remember, however that the shuttle only takes you to the port entrance not the city centre or train station. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manniebelle Posted September 25, 2013 #24 Share Posted September 25, 2013 This is very helpful for my upcoming cruise, thanks so much for posting the info :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sthelder Posted December 16, 2013 #25 Share Posted December 16, 2013 The free shuttle bus now only operates on Saturdays and Sundays, from 9:40am to 5:40pm (30min interval). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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