How much is the bus ticket from Marseille to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Marseille to Lyon start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Marseille to Lyon?

The average bus journey time from Marseille to Lyon is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 276 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Marseille to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Marseille to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Marseille to Lyon at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Marseille to Lyon?

A bus trip from Marseille to Lyon produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Marseille to Lyon from R 204 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:35	Aéroport MRS	4h 35m	01:10	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	23:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	10h 35m	05:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	20:50	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	5h 10m	02:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	5h 10m	01:10	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	07:05	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 45m	11:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	07:55	Marseille Provence Airport	5h 20m	13:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 15m	03:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	07:05	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 45m	11:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	07:55	Marseille Provence Airport	5h 20m	13:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:05	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 45m	11:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 20m	12:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	09:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	14:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 15m	21:15	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	14:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	00:10	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 25m	04:35	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 15m	21:15	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	14:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	21:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h	01:30	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:10	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 25m	04:35	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	14:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	11:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	6h 5m	17:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:05	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 45m	11:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Aéroport MRS	3h 40m	02:10	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	14:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	7h 35m	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	19:10	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	4h 35m	23:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Marseille to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

276 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 222 - R 1 700	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 381 - R 2 264	Average duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 238 - R 1 029	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Marseille and Lyon?

Stops in Marseille

A
Gare Routière Saint-Charles
15 Rue Honnorat, 13003 Marseille, France
B
ARENC
133 Rue Peyssonnel, 13002 Marseille, , France
C
Port de Marseille
Boulevard Euromediterranée Quai d'Arenc, 13002 Marseille, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 327 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 856 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

FR bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Marseille to Lyon by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Marseille to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Marseille to Lyon start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Marseille to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Marseille to Lyon is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 276 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Marseille to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Marseille to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Marseille to Lyon at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Marseille to Lyon?
A bus trip from Marseille to Lyon produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 499

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R 478

The cheapest trip from Marseille to Lyon was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 204

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

You can expect to pay from R 204 to R 2 543 for a bus ticket from Marseille to Lyon based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 204, which is on 2026-01-07.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 5m	Avg priceR 396	Daily departures25
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 46m	Avg priceR 1 259	Daily departures12
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg priceR 579	Daily departures44