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ITLyon to Marseille Train & Bus Tickets
From Lyon (France) to Marseille (France) · about 315 km
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Search Prices →Train or bus? What recent searches show
Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Lyon to Marseille, side by side.
| Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €10 for travel on 1 Nov 2026 (seen 25 Oct 2026) | €10.98 for travel on 2 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 1 h 41 min (37 journeys) | about 4 h 25 min (19 journeys) |
Last checked 1 Nov 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Lyon to Marseille: what to expect
Lyon and Marseille are about 315 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is a domestic route within France, so no border formalities are required. At 315 km this is a medium-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Lyon–Marseille tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Marseille
- Marseille was founded around 600 BC by Greek settlers from Phocaea as Massalia, making it the oldest city in France. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Marseille was named European Capital of Culture in 2013. (Source: Wikipedia)
- The making of Marseille soap began some six centuries ago, tied to the city's port. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Lyon to Marseille
How long does the journey from Lyon to Marseille take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 1 h 41 min by train and about 4 h 25 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 1 Nov 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Lyon to Marseille?
The lowest fare seen recently is €10 by train (SNCF), for travel on 1 Nov 2026 (seen 25 Oct 2026). The lowest bus fare seen is €10.98. Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Is it cheaper by train or by bus from Lyon to Marseille?
In recent searches the lowest train fare was €10 and the lowest bus fare €10.98, so the train was cheaper. Fares change by date, so compare your own.