The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Marseille
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
15
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 €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 15 buses that leave Lyon for Marseille on Sat, May 23, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
FlixBus6:55 PM4h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:35 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 PM4h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:05 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€281One-way0 transfers
58674:35 PM4h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:05 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:30 PM4h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:15 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:40 PM3h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:40 PM3h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€321One-way0 transfers
510949:30 AM4h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€801One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:15 AM4h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:20 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€891One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 AM4h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)3:45 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€621One-way0 transfers
515105:20 AM4h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:35 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles€801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 €10, and a flight costs an average of €114.
Distance: 276 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price | €287 Average price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Marseille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Marseille buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50882 | 11:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 4:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
58073 | 1:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h45 | 6:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5867 | 4:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 9:05 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h45 | 10:15 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 11:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h05 | 6:20 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5807 | 4:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 9:20 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
51510 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h15 | 9:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
5695 | 7:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 11:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
51094 | 9:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h00 | 1:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Marseille
Buses from Lyon to Marseille run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 276 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 276 km |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 €10. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Marseille
- 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
- 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
- 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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