Bus from Lyon to Marseille: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Marseille on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    		Gare Routière Saint-CharlesCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Perrache
    		Aéroport MRSFastest
    FlixbusBus
    		Aéroport LYS
    		Gare Routière Saint-CharlesNo tags
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
      		Marseille Provence AirportNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Perrache
      		Gare Routière Saint-CharlesNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:57 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Marseille

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Marseille. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      38carpool per day
      3h 10mAverage duration
      172 milesDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£11 - £108Average duration5h 35m
      7kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£24 - £104Average duration1h 56m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£11 - £47Average duration3h 10m
      12kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Marseille

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Marseille start from £11. The average price for this route is around £20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Marseille?

        The average bus journey time from Lyon to Marseille is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. 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.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Marseille at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

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

      6. Which 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.

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

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

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

        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.

      9. 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
      29/11
      £18
      30/11
      £26
      Today
      £15
      02/12
      £14
      03/12
      £12
      04/12
      £12
      05/12
      £12
      06/12
      £10
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Marseille was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

      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 £10 to £48 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 £10, which is on 2025-12-06.

      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?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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