The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Marseille
Cheapest price
92S$
Average price
123S$
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Marseille will cost around 123S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 92S$.
Of the 14 trains that leave Lyon for Marseille every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
177017:20 AM3h48Lyon Part Dieu11:08 AMMarseille Saint-Charles92 S$1One-way0 changes
177055:20 PM3h48Lyon Part Dieu9:08 PMMarseille Saint-Charles92 S$1One-way0 changes
1770312:20 PM3h48Lyon Part Dieu4:08 PMMarseille Saint-Charles92 S$1One-way0 changes
981010:37 AM1h48Lyon Part Dieu12:25 PMMarseille Saint-Charles113 S$1One-way0 changes
68058:06 AM1h58Lyon Part Dieu10:04 AMMarseille Saint-Charles113 S$1One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61478:03 AM1h32Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV9:35 AMMarseille Saint-Charles145 S$1One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61051:13 PM1h35Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2:48 PMMarseille Saint-Charles145 S$1One-way0 changes
98305:05 PM1h42Lyon Part Dieu6:47 PMMarseille Saint-Charles126 S$1One-way0 changes
121776:06 PM1h43Lyon Part Dieu7:49 PMMarseille Saint-Charles126 S$1One-way0 changes
95808:06 PM1h45Lyon Part Dieu9:51 PMMarseille Saint-Charles162 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 16S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 16S$, and a flight costs an average of 178S$.
Distance: 276 km
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63S$ Average Price | 30S$ Average Price Cheapest | 451S$ Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Marseille trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17705 | 5:20 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 9:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9580 | Delayed 6:31 PM 8:06 PMLyon Part Dieu | 1h45 | 8:16 PM 8:16 PMMarseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5316 | On time 8:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h46 | 10:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6119 | 9:20 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h46 | 11:06 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
5124 | 10:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h46 | 11:52 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6801 | 6:28 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h54 | 8:22 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
17701 | 7:20 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 11:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6147 | 8:03 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h32 | 9:35 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
6805 | 8:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h58 | 10:04 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
9810 | 10:37 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h48 | 12:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
12510 | 10:37 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h48 | 12:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
17703 | 12:20 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h48 | 4:08 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6105 | 1:13 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h35 | 2:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Marseille
Trains from Lyon to Marseille run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 30S$ but you can travel from only 16S$ by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price 30S$ |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon and Marseille from 16S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Marseille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Marseille by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Marseille
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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