Cassis Provence-alpes-cote Dazur, France Travel Guide
Within Cassis, a shuttle bus connects the town center/port with the train station and main parking lots (like Les Gorguettes) during peak season, aiming to keep traffic out of the center. The Ligne M8 local bus is a link, joining the town to the train station and Les Gorguettes year-round. This bus also connects Cassis to Marseille.
For inter-city travel, the Ligne M8 bus directly connects Cassis (from Les Gorguettes Parking) to Marseille (Castellane Metro station), a very economical and direct link. Local trains (TER) connect Cassis train station to Marseille Saint-Charles and other charming coastal towns like La Ciotat and Bandol.
Cassis town center/port, Cassis train station (uphill), and Les Gorguettes parking lot.
Public buses usually have ramps. Cassis town, with uneven pavements and steep gradients, poses challenges for mobility needs.
Use real-time transport apps like Waze for live schedules and deciding on your route. Buses can be crowded during peak season.
Drive on the right. Seatbelts mandatory. Hands-free phone use only.
50 km/h urban, 80 km/h rural, 110/A speed of 130 km/h motorways.
Generally good. Cassis has narrow, meandering roads. Cap Canaille roads are steep.
Scarce and pricey in town center. Use paid lots like Les Gorguettes outside center.
Walking and cycling are intimate ways to experience Cassis's beauty and access its natural wonders. The the center of town and port area are highly pedestrian-friendly.
Numerous operators at Cassis Port offer various excursions into the Calanques. These range from brief 45-minute tours to longer 1.5-hour options.
For a customized and exclusive experience, private boat rentals are available from the dock. This allows a personalized itinerary.
Cassis's terrain poses challenges for mobility needs. While some public buses may have ramps, specific accessibility for services like boat tours should be confirmed directly with operators.
Taxis in Cassis are typically white or black, with a "Taxi" sign. They are available at designated stands (port, large hotels) or can be hailed. Booking in advance is a good plan for early/late travel. Fares are based on a meter (short rides €10-€20). Cash is common; some accept plastic payment. Uber operates in Marseille, with limited accessibility in Cassis.
Connects Cassis to Marseille directly, offering an economical link.
Regular and reliable.
Connect Cassis train station to Marseille Saint-Charles and other coastal towns efficiently.
Good for day trips.
Links the town center, port, train station, and main parking lots.
Reduces town traffic.
For transport between Cassis the center of town and the train station, use the local shuttle bus. This saves you from the uphill walk.
For journeys to Marseille, each of the TER train and the Ligne M8 bus are good options, depending on your exact starting point in Cassis.
