Rent a Car in Downtown Marseille

La Valentine is an eastern district in Marseille, located at coordinates 43.290°N, 5.493°E, near the highway exit toward Aubagne. With 1 rental agency in the area, you'll find a quiet alternative to more central rental locations. From here, it's 12 km to Marseille city center and just 8 km to Aubagne via A50.

The La Valentine district is characterized by supermarkets and shopping areas along Route Nationale 8, locally known as RN8. The area is close to the entrance to Calanques National Park via Luminy, approximately 10 km south. Highway A50 toward Toulon and A501 toward Aubagne make La Valentine a strategic point for driving east.

La Valentine is perfect if you plan to explore Provence heading east toward Aubagne (8 km), Cassis (20 km), and Bandol (40 km). Avoid RN8 during rush hour – choose A50 as an alternative for smoother driving toward the city center. Combine your car pickup with a visit to the large La Valentine shopping center to shop before your trip.

How long does it take to drive from La Valentine to Cassis? It's approximately 20 km via A50 and takes about 20 minutes, with fantastic views at the Cassis exit. Is there public transport to La Valentine if I don't have a car?

Yes, bus line 21 and RTM buses connect La Valentine to Marseille city center in approximately 30 minutes. Is La Valentine a good place to pick up a car for driving toward Aix-en-Provence? It works, but Arnavaux or the city center are more convenient for Aix direction – from La Valentine it takes about 45 minutes via A50 and A8.

We compare prices from all major providers at Marseille Center - Valentine so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.