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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Marseille
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Marseille will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 13 buses that leave Lyon for Marseille on Thu, Nov 20, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €147.
Distance: 276 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price | €336 Average price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Marseille buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:30 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5695 | 6:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h30 | 10:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h50 | 1:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 58073 | 12:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h50 | 5:40 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5867 | 3:35 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:05 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h50 | 7:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h45 | 9:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Lyon to Marseille
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Buses from Lyon to Marseille run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 276 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 276 km |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to MarseilleYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Marseille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Marseille by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Marseille, you can end your trip in coach stations like Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence and Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Marseille
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
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