How much is the train ticket from Marseille to Lyon?

The cheapest train tickets from Marseille to Lyon start from R 384. The average price for this train route is around R 1 270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Marseille to Lyon?

The average train journey time from Marseille to Lyon is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 277 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 41m and is operated by TGV inOui .

Which train operators serve the Marseille to Lyon route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui , SNCF - TER .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Marseille to Lyon?

The earliest train from Marseille to Lyon departs at 06:34. And the latest train departs at 20:12.

Which is the best train operator from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Marseille to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Train Marseille to Lyon from R 384 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Marseille to Lyon on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	16:50	Marseille Train Station	3h 50m	20:40	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
	Train	17:12	Marseille Train Station	1h 42m	18:54	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
	Train	18:15	Marseille Train Station	1h 47m	20:02	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
SNCF + SNCF - TER	Train	18:23	Marseille Train Station	3h 13m	21:36	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
	Train	20:12	Marseille Train Station	1h 46m	21:58	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Marseille to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 240, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

276 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 224 - R 2 247	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 384 - R 2 284	Average duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 240 - R 1 038	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Marseille and Lyon?

Marseille

A
Gare Routière Saint-Charles
15 Rue Honnorat, 13003 Marseille, France
B
Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Sq. Narvik, 13232 Marseille, France
C
Arenc Euroméditerranée
Arenc Euroméditerranée, Bd Mirabeau, 13002 Marseille, France

Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport

Train Companies

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

SNCF - TER

FR train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Marseille to Lyon by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Marseille to Lyon?
The cheapest train tickets from Marseille to Lyon start from R 384. The average price for this train route is around R 1 270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Marseille to Lyon?
The average train journey time from Marseille to Lyon is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 277 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 41m and is operated by TGV inOui.
Which train operators serve the Marseille to Lyon route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui, SNCF - TER.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Marseille to Lyon?
The earliest train from Marseille to Lyon departs at 06:34. And the latest train departs at 20:12.
Which is the best train operator from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Marseille to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Marseille to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.