How to travel from Lausanne to Marseille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lausanne to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, while a flight costs an average of €427.

Distance: 230 miles (371 km)

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Driving

€427

Average price

€177

Average price

€57

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Cheapest

€187

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

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30m

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8h 53m

Average total duration

8h 23m

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30m

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4h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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Air France

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SNCF | TGV Lyria

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FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Marseille is a bus with an average price of €57.

This is compared to other travel options from Lausanne to Marseille:

A bus is €120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Marseille costing on average €177.

A bus is €370 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Marseille costing on average €427.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 8h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lausanne and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lausanne to Marseille among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 51m sooner (3h 5m by flight vs 4h 56m by car). Tickets start at around €427 compared to roughly €187 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Lausanne to Marseille

How to get from Lausanne to Marseille by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Lausanne to Marseille is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 PM7h35
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    €641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 PM7h35
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    8:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    €641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1343 · AF7346
    6:15 PM3h40
    Geneva International Airport
    9:55 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    €7551One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9756
    7:46 AM4h24
    Lausanne station
    12:10 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    €1121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9270+SNCF | TGV INOUI5124+TER17837
    4:19 PM7h33
    Lausanne station
    11:52 PMMarseille Saint-Charles
    €2241One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9270+SNCF | TGV INOUI6137
    4:19 PM8h20
    Lausanne station
    12:39 AMMarseille Saint-Charles
    €3271One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50825 · 50796
    11:00 AM10h30
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    9:30 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    €691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 AM10h20
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    4:45 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    €821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM10h05
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    4:05 AMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    €1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissLH5747+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4090
    6:45 PM3h50
    Geneva International Airport
    10:35 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    €2541One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissLH5743+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4100
    6:10 AM4h10
    Geneva International Airport
    10:20 AMMarseille Provence Airport
    €2541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2722 · SN3603
    5:10 PM5h45
    Geneva International Airport
    10:55 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    €2791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lausanne to Marseille

Travel to Marseille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lausanne to Marseille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lausanne and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Marseille is a bus with an average price of €57.

This is compared to other travel options from Lausanne to Marseille:

A bus is €120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Marseille costing on average €177.

A bus is €370 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Marseille costing on average €427.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 8h 53m.

The distance from Lausanne to Marseille is approximately 230 miles (371 km).
The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Marseille is:
  • Around 37 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lausanne and Marseille as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lausanne to Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lausanne station and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lausanne to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Marseille by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER to go to Marseille by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Marseille by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lausanne to Marseille:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Lausanne to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marseille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Marseille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Marseille, you can visit the Old Port, a historic harbor area with vibrant markets and seafood restaurants. Explore the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde for stunning panoramic views of the city. Discover the Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours. Wander through Le Panier, the oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Tour the MuCEM, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, to see diverse cultural exhibits. Also, don't miss the Château d'If, a fortress on an island, and enjoy the breathtaking landscape of Parc National des Calanques.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Marseille's key attractions, including the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the historic Le Panier district.

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