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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
5:00PM
4h15m
9:15PM
Marseille - Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Cheapest
Lyon - Perrache
Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
9:00AM
3h55m
12:55PM
Marseille - Gare Routière Saint-Charles
2nd CheapestFastest
Lyon - Perrache
2nd Cheapest
Fastest
Operated by: BlaBlaBusBlaBlaBus
7:10PM
4h35m
11:45PM
Marseille - Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Lyon - Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
9:30AM
7h35m
5:05PM
Marseille - Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Lyon - Aéroport LYS
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
10:00PM
4h5m
2:05AM
Marseille - Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Lyon - Perrache
Bus Marseille to Lyon: Trip Overview

Bus Marseille to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20
Average bus trip duration4h 35m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure12:10 AM
Distance168 miles (270 km)
Latest bus departure11:45 PM

Marseille to Lyon Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures15
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:10AM - 11:45PM
Minimum Price$12
Average Ticket Price$20
Minimum Trip Duration3h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration4h35m
Distance168 miles (270 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Marseille - Lyon

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Lyon. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Marseille to Lyon takes about 4h 35m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 miles (277 km) that separate the two cities.

Marseille and Lyon are 172 miles (277 km) apart.

About 15 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. The number of buses from Marseille to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Marseille to Lyon a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 12:10 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:45 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Marseille to Lyon start their journey at Gare Routière Saint-Charles and wind up at Perrache. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $11.

The bus ticket costs $20 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $11 to $85, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Aquarium Grand Lyon, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, Walk along the Rhône, Musée d’Art Contemporain and Musée des Tissus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$12
03/18
$12
Today
$12
03/20
$12
03/21
$12
03/22
$12
03/23
$12
03/24
$12
The cheapest trip from Marseille to Lyon was searched and found on Mar 17, 2024 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $68 for a bus ticket from Marseille to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2024-03-20.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Marseille to Lyon.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Marseille to Lyon that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Marseille to Lyon while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time4h 35mAvg Price$20Daily Departures15
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1h 44mAvg Price$59Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time3h 40mAvg Price$29Daily Departures30

The best way to travel between Marseille and Lyon is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lyon, choose the bus, as it will take you from Marseille to Lyon in about 1h 44m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Marseille by bus?

Bus from Lyon to Marseille

You can also go to Lyon by train

Train from Marseille to Lyon

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