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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Marseille
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Marseille will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 18 buses that leave Lyon for Marseille every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
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.
515105:204h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£171One-way0 changes- 5047119:254h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:55Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£171One-way0 changes
- 586716:354h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)21:05Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£171One-way0 changes
- 5807313:504h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)18:35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£201One-way0 changes
- 56957:104h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:40Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£201One-way0 changes
- 507552:303h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:00Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£231One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:403h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)20:30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£221One-way0 changes- FlixBus2:154h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:20Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£241One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:154h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£231One-way0 changes
- 515105:204h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 276 km
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| Coach | 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 |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 coaches for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h25 | 11:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5695 | 7:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 11:40 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 12:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h00 | 14:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51094 | 9:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h00 | 13:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50882 | 11:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 16:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h50 | 18:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 58073 | 13:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h45 | 18:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h20 | 18:20 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5867 | 16:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 21:05 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h50 | 20:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h45 | 22:15 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51471 | 19:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 23:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h15 | 4:05 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 29 July | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h05 | 6:45 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h05 | 6:20 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50755 | 2:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h30 | 6:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5807 | 4:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 9:20 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h15 | 9:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51510 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h15 | 9:35 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Marseille
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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 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach 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 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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: Lyon to Marseille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Marseille by coach. 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 coach, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Marseille
Most Lyon to Marseille buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Marseille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do buses to Marseille leave from?
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
Getting to Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Which Marseille station do buses from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles bus station facilities and services
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence from Marseille city centre
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence bus station facilities and services
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine from Marseille city centre
Most popular bus connections from Lyon
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