How can I travel from Lyon to Marseille without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Marseille from Lyon by bus?

Traveling from Lyon to Marseille takes around 4h 30m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 3h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 miles (277 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Lyon to Marseille?

Lyon and Marseille are 172 miles (277 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Marseille?

The majority of buses traveling from Lyon to Marseille start their journey at Perrache and wind up at Gare Routière Saint-Charles. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most affordable way to go from Lyon to Marseille?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Lyon to Marseille by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.

How much are the bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille?

The bus ticket costs $27 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $14 and $179, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in Marseille?

Once in Marseille, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Prado Beaches, Garden of Remains, Château d'If, Park Borély and La Corniche.

Lyon to Marseille Bus Tickets

FriJun 6

TodayJun 7

from $37

TomorrowJun 8

from $26

MonJun 9

from $28

TueJun 10

from $26

WedJun 11

from $21

ThuJun 12

from $18

FriJun 13

from $23

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 7 at 5:25pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Perrache
Arrival time: June 7 at 10:10pm
Destination city: Marseille
Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 7 at 4:40pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Perrache
Arrival time: June 7 at 8:30pm
Destination city: Marseille
Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
Departure time: June 7 at 4:40am
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: June 7 at 9:20am
Destination city: Marseille
Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 40m
Departure time: June 7 at 12:30pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Aéroport LYS
Arrival time: June 7 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Marseille
Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 45m
Departure time: June 7 at 5:15am
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: June 7 at 9:35am
Destination city: Marseille
Destination location: Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Marseille.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $179	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$30 - $131	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $70	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Lyon to Marseille

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Marseille. The journey takes about 1 hour 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 56mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lyon to Marseille: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$27

Average bus trip duration4h 30m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure1:15am

Distance172 miles (276 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,923 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,307 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

According to 20 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $15.00

BlaBlaBus Lyon Marseille recent customer reviews

We booked a combined bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille via Toulon with a 45 min stop at Toulon. But the bus arrived more than an hour late at Lyon which caused us to miss the next bus from Toulon. We tried to contact the representatives but no one has responded yet.

Lakshay S.

October 12, 2019

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Marseille?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Les Charrières

D - Gare Routière - Lyon Part-Dieu

E - Lyon

F - Quai de Saoune

Stops in Marseille

A - Gare Routière Saint-Charles

B - ARENC

C - Port de Marseille

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Marseille

How can I travel from Lyon to Marseille without a car?
How long does it take to get to Marseille from Lyon by bus?
What is the travel distance from Lyon to Marseille?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Marseille?
What is the most affordable way to go from Lyon to Marseille?
How much are the bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille?
What are the best sights and things to do in Marseille?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/05

$63

06/06

$79

Today

$34

06/08

$24

06/09

$26

06/10

$24

06/11

$19

06/12

$17

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Marseille was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $117 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-06-12.

Usually Flixbus (FR) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Lyon to Marseille.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to Marseille.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lyon to Marseille will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Lyon to Marseille.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Marseille?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 30m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 56m	Avg Price$68	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures51

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Bus Lyon to Marseille: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Marseille?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Marseille

How can I travel from Lyon to Marseille without a car?

How long does it take to get to Marseille from Lyon by bus?

What is the travel distance from Lyon to Marseille?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Marseille?

What is the most affordable way to go from Lyon to Marseille?

How much are the bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille?

What are the best sights and things to do in Marseille?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Marseille?

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