How to travel from Lille to Marseille

There are 3 options to travel between Lille and Marseille including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $84 (€69).

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

A bus is $76 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Marseille costing on average $160 (€130).

A bus is $187 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lille to Marseille costing on average $271 (€220).

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 26m.

Bus takes on average 12h 46m.

The distance from Lille to Marseille is approximately 518 miles (834 km).

The average frequency per day from Lille to Marseille is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille 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 Lille to Marseille:

• Flights mostly depart from Lille Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Marseille Saint-Charles.
• Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair to go to Marseille by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Marseille by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Marseille by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Marseille with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).

Omio customers who travel from Lille to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, London. 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.