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Train Marseille Lyon

Book a train ticket Marseille - Lyon

Train timetable info Marseille-Lyon

Travel by train from Marseille to Lyon. 22 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Marseille at 6h 13m and the last at 20h 13m, allowing you to cover the 309 km distance in as little as 1h 30m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

Best prices Marseille-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
today
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 7 July July
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 8
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 9
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 10
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 11
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 12
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 13
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 14
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 15
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 16
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 17
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 18
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 19
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 20
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 21
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 22
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 23
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Friday 24
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 25
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 26
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 27
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 28
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 29
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 30
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Friday 31
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 1st August August
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 2
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Marseille Lyon

How much does a train ticket from Marseille to Lyon cost?

To benefit from the best prices, remember to book your train ticket in advance. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day and time of your departure. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Marseille to Lyon take?

On average, allow 2h 05m for a train journey from Marseille to Lyon.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Marseille to Lyon?

The shortest journey between Marseille and Lyon takes 1h 30m.

How many trains run from Marseille to Lyon each day?

You can choose from 22 trains per day to travel from Marseille to Lyon.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Marseille and Lyon?

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Marseille and Lyon.

What is the distance between Marseille and Lyon by train?

The train journey between Marseille and Lyon, covers around 309 km.

What time is the first train from Marseille to Lyon?

Looking for an early start? Take the Marseille to Lyon train at 6h 13m.

What time is the last train from Marseille to Lyon?

You have until 20h 13m to take the last train.

To leave Marseille, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES.

At Lyon, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: LYON SAINT-EXUPERY TGV, LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Marseille to Lyon?

You can complete your journey from Marseille to Lyon on a OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV Lyria train.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, travel stress-free with your family, including young children. You can travel for free with a pushchair. Just remember to select the "pushchair" option when purchasing your OUIGO ticket.

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lyon?

The price of a Marseille – Lyon train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Marseille to Lyon thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lyon.

Price of a Marseille – Lyon Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lyon, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Marseille to Lyon with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Marseille to Lyon at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Marseille – Lyon

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Marseille – Lyon Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Marseille to Lyon. For last-minute train tickets from Marseille to Lyon, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Marseille to Lyon and alternative routes

For your journey to Lyon, if a direct train is available from Marseille, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Marseille - Lyon

If you're travelling from Marseille to Lyon, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Marseille to Lyon with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Marseille to Lyon in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Marseille - Lyon

To travel from Marseille to Lyon, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Marseille to Lyon. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

  • Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

  • Choose and reserve your seat
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • A piece of additional or XL luggage
  • OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Marseille - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Marseille to Lyon route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

OUIGO

  • Exchange your tickets

    You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.

    Learn more
  • Luggage

    Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.

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  • Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

    Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Classique Trains.

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  • Pet

    The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.

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  • Text message

    Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip

  • Seat with electric socket

    Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket

  • Quiet place

    For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket

  • Insurance

    Discover our formulas missed train and cancellation with our partner Allianz Travel

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  • Stroller

    Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Train timetables Marseille-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 13m 7h 46m 1h 33m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    OUIGO 7838
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
6h 33m 8h 20m 1h 47m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 12554 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9854
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 45m 10h 40m 3h 55m TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17700
  • Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence
  • Miramas
  • Saint-Martin-De-Crau
  • Arles
  • Avignon Centre
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 31m 9h 20m 1h 49m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 5376
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
8h 09m 9h 54m 1h 45m DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9583
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 45m 11h 28m 1h 43m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 12176 - TGV INOUI 5516
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 59m 11h 31m 1h 32m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    OUIGO 7842
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
10h 16m 12h 10m 1h 54m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6850
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 46m 13h 19m 1h 33m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    OUIGO 7820
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
12h 10m 13h 53m 1h 43m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 12566 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9866
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 51m 16h 40m 3h 49m TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17702
  • Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence
  • Miramas
  • Saint-Martin-De-Crau
  • Arles
  • Avignon Centre
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 44m 15h 28m 1h 44m TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 36m 16h 23m 1h 47m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 5386
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 10m 16h 54m 1h 44m TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9868
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 55m 17h 51m 1h 56m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 45m 18h 15m 1h 30m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    OUIGO 7832
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
16h 49m 20h 40m 3h 51m TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17704
  • Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence
  • Miramas
  • Saint-Martin-De-Crau
  • Arles
  • Avignon Centre
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 12m 18h 55m 1h 43m TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9882
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 13m 20h 02m 1h 49m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6866
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 22m 21h 38m 3h 16m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 76566
  • Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille Provence
  • Miramas
  • Saint-Martin-De-Crau
  • Arles
  • Tarascon
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • 41 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 27m 20h 02m 1h 35m OUIGO
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    OUIGO 7836
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
20h 13m 22h 03m 1h 50m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6852
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu