How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille start from $14. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Marseille?

The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Marseille is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 168 miles (270 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Marseille route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Marseille at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Lyon to Marseille generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Marseille?

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 11143 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Marseille?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lyon to Marseille?

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 Lyon to Marseille from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 50m	6:40pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:30pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 40m	9:20am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Aéroport LYS	6h 45m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 20m	9:35am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 40m	9:20am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:30pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 20m	4:50pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	6h 15m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 40m	9:20am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:30pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 20m	9:35am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h 55m	8:55am	Aéroport MRS	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	6h 10m	1:20pm	Marseille Provence Airport	No tags
Bus	2:10am	Perrache	4h 10m	6:20am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h 55m	8:55am	Aéroport MRS	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	6h 10m	1:20pm	Marseille Provence Airport	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	4h 30m	9:30am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:30pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	1:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 50m	6:40pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	7:15pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	4:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	9:05pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:30pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 40m	9:20am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Aéroport LYS	7h 20m	4:50pm	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 20m	9:35am	Gare Routière Saint-Charles	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:35 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Marseille

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Marseille. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38carpool per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

172 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $139	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $134	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $61	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Marseille?

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
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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
Visit page

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

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,170 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to 21 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.8-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 $14

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Marseille by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Marseille start from $14. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Marseille?
The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Marseille is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 168 miles (270 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Marseille route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Marseille?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Marseille at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Marseille?
A bus trip from Lyon to Marseille generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Marseille?
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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Marseille?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Marseille?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lyon to Marseille?
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.

Best price found

11/27

$24

11/28

$28

Today

$13

11/30

$13

12/01

$16

12/02

$16

12/03

$13

12/04

$13

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Marseille was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $13

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 $13 to $72 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 $13 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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 Time5h 35m	Avg Price$26	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 56m	Avg Price$79	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures38