The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 40 m
Trains on 08 Sept
18
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 18 trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
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.
512422:061h46Lyon Part Dieu23:52Marseille Saint-Charles£391One-way0 changes
681313:551h39Lyon Part Dieu15:34Marseille Saint-Charles£441One-way0 changes
531620:401h50Lyon Part Dieu22:30Marseille Saint-Charles£441One-way0 changes
987713:101h54Lyon Part Dieu15:04Marseille Saint-Charles£441One-way0 changes
981010:411h43Lyon Part Dieu12:24Marseille Saint-Charles£441One-way0 changes
681313:551h39Lyon Part Dieu15:34Marseille Saint-Charles£441One-way0 changes
553718:061h39Lyon Part Dieu19:45Marseille Saint-Charles£721One-way0 changes
1217718:061h39Lyon Part Dieu19:45Marseille Saint-Charles£721One-way0 changes
51029:061h40Lyon Part Dieu10:46Marseille Saint-Charles£581One-way0 changes
1251010:411h43Lyon Part Dieu12:24Marseille Saint-Charles£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £199.
Distance: 276 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £199 Average Price | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles costing on average £43.
A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles costing on average £199.
Other travel options to Marseille Saint-Charles take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 7m.
Flight takes on average 4h 49m.
The journey is about 35m faster (2h 32m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£43 vs £72). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17705 | Delayed 15:40 17:20Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 19:28 19:28Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5537 | On time 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h39 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
12177 | On time 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h39 | 19:45 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9580 | Delayed 18:11 20:06Lyon Part Dieu | 1h43 | 21:49 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5124 | 22:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h46 | 23:52 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6801 | 6:28 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h46 | 8:14 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6821+ 876534 | 6:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h59 | 9:39 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
17701 | 7:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 11:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6805 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h58 | 10:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5102 | 9:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h40 | 10:46 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
12510 | 10:41 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h43 | 12:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9810 | 10:41 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h43 | 12:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5332 | 11:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h44 | 13:24 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
17703 | 12:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 16:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9877 | 13:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h54 | 15:04 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6813 | 13:55 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h39 | 15:34 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9826+ 4661 | 14:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h28 | 18:38 Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 change | |
17705 | 17:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 21:08 Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles
Trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 20:06 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon Part Dieu and Marseille Saint-Charles from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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FAQs: Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Marseille Saint-Charles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lyon Part Dieu and Marseille Saint-Charles
Most Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon Part Dieu and Marseille Saint-Charles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
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