Trains from Lyon to Marseille
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- Lowest price from $14.01
- Average duration 2h 19m
- Connections per day 101
- Distance 276 km
- CO₂ per person 4 kg
train from Lyon to Marseille
The journey from Lyon to Marseille is about 276 km. On average a train trip takes 2h 19m with 101 connections per day.
| Lowest price | $14.01 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 2h 19m |
| Connections per day | 101 |
| Lowest price | $14.01 |
| Highest price | $215.19 |
| First departure | 05:00 AM |
| Last departure | 10:06 PM |
| Distance | 276 km |
| Departure | Lyon |
| Arrival | Marseille |
| Travel operator | Intercités, Alsa Intercités, Alsa, TER, Renfe, TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande vitesse, inOui, TGV Inoui, OUIGO, Ouigo, FlixBus |
Next departures from Lyon to Marseille
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Carriers on this route
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Alsa, founded in 1923, is a prominent Spanish bus company that operates national and international routes. The company has grown to become one of the largest bus companies in Europe. Alsa provides a comprehensive range of services, including regular and express routes, luxury buses, and sleeper buses. Alsa, dedicated to sustainability, reduces its carbon footprint by using alternative fuels and energy-efficient technologies.
FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.
Ticket types and services from Lyon to Marseille
Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Lyon to Marseille.
Standard Class / Classical
- Wi-Fi
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Standard Class / TGV
- Wi-Fi
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Standard
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Facility description
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
At Alsa, they offer passengers the possibility of connecting to their Wi-Fi network completely free of charge, ensuring connectivity on more than 1000 of their buses. Alsa buses also offers an app for entertainment on your device, with movies, TV shows, books, music, and more. They also provide journey info like position, travel time, weather updates, and social media integration.
Alsa provides power sockets in Premium and Supra Economy buses.
For travel within France, up to 66 lbs (30kg) of luggage is allowed for free, while for travel outside France, up to 110 lbs (50kg) of luggage is permitted at no extra charge.
Bicycles are free within France (limited to 4 per bus, one per ticket); a fee applies for trips outside France on Alsa buses. Advance booking is required.
Boarding assistance is available for travelers with limited mobility. Some Alsa buses also have hydraulic lifts. Contact Alsa when booking to confirm availability.
Food and drinks are only available on Alsa Supra buses (Premium), which include hostess service. Apart from this, Alsa recommends not eating on board to respect other passengers and keep the bus clean.
Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.
FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.
Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.
Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.
Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.
FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.
Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.
CO₂ emissions by mode
The train journey between Lyon and Marseille emits 19.32kg of CO₂.
Taking the train between Lyon and Marseille saves 35.88kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 1.38kg compared to the bus and 24.84kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Lyon to Marseille costs ≈ $68.68 (€61.28). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $14.01 (€12.50).
The cheapest ticket from Lyon to Marseille costs ≈ $14.01 (€12.50). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Lyon and Marseille are 276 km apart.
The journey from Lyon to Marseille takes about 2h 19m on average. The fastest option takes 1h 35m.
This route is served by 11 operators: Intercités, Alsa, TER, Renfe, TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande vitesse, inOui, TGV Inoui, OUIGO, Ouigo and FlixBus.
There are about 101 connections per day from Lyon to Marseille.
The first train from Lyon to Marseille leaves at 05:00 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Lyon to Marseille leaves at 10:06 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $14.01 (€12.50) but prices can change.
There are about 42 direct connections from Lyon to Marseille.
The shortest train journey between Lyon and Marseille takes 1h 35m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lyon and Marseille.
The train journey from Lyon to Marseille generates 4 kg of CO₂.