The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Lyon
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Lyon will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 13 trains that leave Marseille for Lyon on Fri, Jun 26, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.
98546:33 AM1h47Marseille Saint-Charles8:20 AMLyon Part Dieu€491One-way0 transfers
125546:33 AM1h47Marseille Saint-Charles8:20 AMLyon Part Dieu€491One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61406:51 AM1h49Marseille Saint-Charles8:40 AMLyon Part Dieu€511One-way0 transfers
1770212:51 PM3h49Marseille Saint-Charles4:40 PMLyon Part Dieu€591One-way0 transfers
177044:49 PM3h51Marseille Saint-Charles8:40 PMLyon Part Dieu€591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 610410:08 AM1h32Marseille Saint-Charles11:40 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61083:21 PM1h32Marseille Saint-Charles4:53 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61487:01 PM1h33Marseille Saint-Charles8:34 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV€921One-way0 transfers
1256612:10 PM1h43Marseille Saint-Charles1:53 PMLyon Part Dieu€841One-way0 transfers
55169:45 AM1h43Marseille Saint-Charles11:28 AMLyon Part Dieu€801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Lyon 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 40m. 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 €111.
Distance: 276 km
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€44 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €286 Average price |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Marseille to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9854 | 6:33 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h47 | 8:20 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
12554 | 6:33 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h47 | 8:20 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
17700 | 6:45 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h55 | 10:40 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 | 6:51 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h49 | 8:40 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
5376 | 7:31 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h49 | 9:20 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
5516 | 9:45 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h43 | 11:28 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104 | 10:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h32 | 11:40 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
12566 | 12:10 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h43 | 1:53 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
17702 | 12:51 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h49 | 4:40 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
5386 | 2:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h46 | 4:22 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108 | 3:21 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h32 | 4:53 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
17704 | 4:49 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h51 | 8:40 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148 | 7:01 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h33 | 8:34 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Lyon
Trains from Marseille to Lyon run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Regionale, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Marseille to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Regionale, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Marseille and Lyon from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Lyon by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Lyon
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
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