The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon for Marseille Provence Airport on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5867 · 509034:35 PM6h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:50 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$191One-way1 transfer
58073 · 508971:50 PM7h25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:15 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$191One-way1 transfer
5695 · 504867:10 AM6h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:20 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$251One-way1 transfer
50883 · 508955:35 AM6h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)12:10 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus5:15 AM3h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:00 AMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 AM3h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:00 AMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 AM4h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:00 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$401One-way0 transfers
5695 · 504867:10 AM6h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:20 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$251One-way1 transfer
5867 · 509034:35 PM6h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:50 PMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$191One-way1 transfer
50617 · 508983:35 AM6h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:55 AMMarignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence$431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $264 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport:
A bus is $42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport costing on average $63.
A bus is $243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport costing on average $264.
Other travel options to Marseille Provence Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72. The journey takes 4h 6m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Live departures
Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3155 · 50489 | 10:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h45 | 5:35 AM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
50617 · 50898 | 3:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h20 | 9:55 AM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h45 | 9:00 AM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
50883 · 50895 | 5:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 12:10 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
5695 · 50486 | 7:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h10 | 1:20 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h30 | 2:00 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 0 transfersDirect | |
93129 · 50896 | 10:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 5:05 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
58073 · 50897 | 1:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h25 | 9:15 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
5867 · 50903 | 4:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h15 | 10:50 PM Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport
Buses from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to Marseille Provence AirportYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille Provence Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport
Most Lyon to Marseille Provence Airport buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Marseille Provence Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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