The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 16 trains that leave Marseille Provence Airport for Lyon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
1770213:063h34Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence16:40Lyon Part Dieu£601One-way0 changes
1770417:063h34Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence20:40Lyon Part Dieu£601One-way0 changes
879665+
685219:332h27Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence22:00Lyon Part Dieu£611One-way1 change
879516+
88618411:013h39Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence14:40Lyon Part Dieu£611One-way1 change
879653+
686617:332h29Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence20:02Lyon Part Dieu£771One-way1 change
879149+
988216:352h19Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence18:54Lyon Part Dieu£941One-way1 change
879539+
538613:582h22Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence16:20Lyon Part Dieu£771One-way1 change
879665+
685219:332h27Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence22:00Lyon Part Dieu£611One-way1 change
879617+
55169:012h27Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence11:28Lyon Part Dieu£1191One-way1 change
879653+
686617:332h29Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence20:02Lyon Part Dieu£771One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 258 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£43 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
879617+ 5516 | On time 9:01 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h27 | 11:28 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879623+ 6850 | On time 9:34 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h36 | 12:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
17701+ 12566 | On time 10:52 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h01 | 13:53 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879516+ 886184 | On time 11:01 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h39 | 14:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879516 · 879694+ 12566 | On time 11:01 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h52 | 13:53 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
879533+ 9752 | On time 12:58 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h30 | 15:28 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
17702 | On time 13:06 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h34 | 16:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
879539+ 5386 | On time 13:58 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h22 | 16:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879141+ 9868 | On time 14:21 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h33 | 16:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
886569+ 9896 | On time 14:59 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h52 | 17:51 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879149+ 9882 | On time 16:35 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h19 | 18:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
876562+ 6873 | On time 16:36 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h14 | 19:50 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
17704 | On time 17:06 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h34 | 20:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
879653+ 6866 | On time 17:33 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h29 | 20:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
876566+ 6875 | On time 18:36 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 3h02 | 21:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
879665+ 6852 | On time 19:33 Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence | 2h27 | 22:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon
Trains from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:49, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 258 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 258 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 7:49 |
Last train 18:33 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, TER from Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, TER trains will get you between Marseille Provence Airport and Lyon from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Marseille Provence Airport to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Provence Airport 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
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille Provence Airport and Lyon
- 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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