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Musée Miniature et Cinéma
Popular museum in Vieux Lyon with detailed miniature scenes, film props, and special-effects exhibits. A standout for both movie fans and families.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 8 trains that leave Marseille for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport on Tue, Jul 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104
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876562
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17574+
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148
6198+
876562
6850+
17574+
6920Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $291 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $48 (€40).
A bus is $271 (€222) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $291 (€239).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Flight takes on average 5h 50m.
The journey is about 46m faster (2h 32m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€40) vs $100 (€82)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Trenitalia, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104 | 10:08 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h32 | 11:40 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
6850 · 6920+ 17574 | 10:16 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h34 | 3:50 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
6188 · 6919 | 10:47 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h19 | 5:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
12566 · 6922+ 17647 | 12:10 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h39 | 5:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 6195 | 12:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h19 | 7:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108 | 3:21 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h27 | 4:48 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
6198+ 876562 | 4:22 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h24 | 7:46 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148 | 7:01 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1h33 | 8:34 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 18:03. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 8:11 AM |
Last train 6:03 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon Saint Exupery Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trip today.
Popular museum in Vieux Lyon with detailed miniature scenes, film props, and special-effects exhibits. A standout for both movie fans and families.
Lyon’s major fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey, with strong collections of antiquities, paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Major science and society museum at the tip of the Presqu’île, known for bold architecture and immersive exhibitions on civilizations and natural history.
Lyon’s atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance streets, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for first-time visitors.
One of Europe’s largest open squares, central to the city and a natural starting point for exploring Lyon on foot.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with lakes, botanical gardens, broad walking paths, and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Light pike dumplings, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais specialty strongly associated with the region.
A traditional Lyon salad with frisee, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the city’s best-known bistro dishes.
A cured pork sausage from Lyon, sliced thin and commonly served as a charcuterie starter. It is a staple of local bouchon cuisine.
Legendary fine-dining restaurant with deep Lyon culinary heritage, offering refined interpretations of regional French cuisine.
Well-known bouchon serving traditional Lyonnais cuisine such as quenelles and pâtés in a warm, old-style setting.
Established traditional bouchon popular for hearty local specialties, charcuterie, and a convivial atmosphere in central Lyon.
Airport prices are higher than in central Lyon. Snacks and coffee are costly, while sit-down meals are relatively expensive for France.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for cafes is enough; 5-10% only for excellent restaurant service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: 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.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
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Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Gare de Saint-Marcel is 7 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint-Marcel has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint-Marcel.
ATMs are available at Gare de Saint-Marcel.
Available at Gare de Saint-Marcel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint-Marcel.
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