Lyon to Marseille

Lyon to Marseille

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Marseille
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Lyon to Marseille Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 3m
$765.36
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
01:15
05:25
$21.05
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
02:00
05:50
$52.02
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
02:30
06:00
$23.22
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
03:30
08:20
$17.14
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
04:40
09:20
$14.93
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
05:00
09:30
$14.97
Flight
Volotea
Economy
06:00
22:45
$93.15
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
06:20
17:35
$331.17
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:45
12:55
$417.27
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
07:10
11:40
$14.93
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:00
12:45
$22.72
Flight
Air France
Economy
08:20
09:15
$180.63
Flight
Volotea
Economy
08:55
14:00
$186.30
Train
TER
Standard Premier
09:19
13:57
$103.97
Flight
Nouvelair
Economy
09:45
23:55
$580.16
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
10:10
18:10
$382.74
Flight
Tunisair
Economy
10:30
10:50
$316.71
Flight
Volotea
Economy
10:55
23:55
$277.12
Flight
Air Algerie
Economy
11:15
10:45
$126.77

How to get from Lyon to Marseille

When you want to get from Lyon to Marseille, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 838.94. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.71.

How far is Lyon from Marseille?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lyon to Marseille. Your trip will be a total of 52 miles (83 km). The flying distance is 52 miles (83 km).

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

The travel time from Lyon to Marseille can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lyon to Marseille?

The cost of the trip from Lyon to Marseille varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Blablacar Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.71 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 838.94.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lyon to Marseille:

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.47 to USD 58.22;
  • Train tickets - USD 58.22 to USD 123.43;
  • flight price: USD 152.53. From Lyon to Marseille starting from 14:35 Lyon Airport until 14:35 Lyon Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 839.52 to USD 839.52.

How many trips per day are there between Lyon and Marseille?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:10. There are 20 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 18 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Lyon to Marseille any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lyon to Marseille is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lyon to Marseille. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 839.52.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Lyon to Marseille

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lyon to Marseille? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 67% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 33% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Lyon to Marseille

Facts about the transport from Lyon to Marseille

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 39m
Earliest Departure1:15 AM
Latest Departure8:06 PM
Departures per day40
Distance83 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBlablacar Bus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FlixBus, TER, TGV, Vueling