Bus from Lyon to Marseille: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Marseille on December 3
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 3:16 PM 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.

      34carpool per day
      3h 10mAverage Duration
      172 milesDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$14 - $139Average Duration5h 45m
      7kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$30 - $134Average Duration1h 56m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$14 - $60Average Duration3h 10m
      12kg CO₂e

      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.

      1. 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.

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

        The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Marseille is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 171 miles (276 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Lyon to Marseille route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 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 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

      5. 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.

      6. 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.

      7. 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.

      8. 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.

      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
      11/30
      $33
      12/01
      $27
      Today
      $27
      12/03
      $16
      12/04
      $16
      12/05
      $18
      12/06
      $13
      12/07
      $16
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Marseille was searched and found on Dec 6, 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 $78 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 2025-12-06.

      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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