The cheapest and fastest trains from Villeurbanne to Marseille
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villeurbanne to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villeurbanne to Marseille will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Villeurbanne for Marseille on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
9:40 AM1h44Villeurbanne11:24 AMMarseille$571One-way0 transfers
7:06 AM1h58Villeurbanne9:04 AMMarseille$721One-way0 transfers
9:40 AM1h44Villeurbanne11:24 AMMarseille$571One-way0 transfers
7:06 AM1h58Villeurbanne9:04 AMMarseille$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Villeurbanne to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villeurbanne to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 4h 51m 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 Villeurbanne to Marseille:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villeurbanne to Marseille costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $194 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villeurbanne to Marseille costing on average $212 (€171).
Other travel options to Marseille take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Flight takes on average 4h 51m.
The journey is about 47m faster (2h 31m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $64 (€52)). 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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.
Live departures
Villeurbanne to Marseille train times
The table below shows live departures for Villeurbanne to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:06 AM Villeurbanne | 1h58 | 9:04 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Villeurbanne | 1h44 | 11:24 AM Marseille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villeurbanne to Marseille
Trains from Villeurbanne to Marseille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Villeurbanne to Marseille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Villeurbanne and Marseille from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Villeurbanne to Marseille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villeurbanne 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
Popular train stations from Villeurbanne to Marseille
- 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
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