- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
9 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
11 h 6 m
Buses on 03 Sept
15
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Lille will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 15 buses from Bordeaux to Lille, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 699 km distance in an average of 11 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 40 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.
3162 · 50285
95926 · 51121
3162 · 1663
95930 · 1563
95920 · 50448
FlixBus
3162 · 1663
3162 · 50285
FlixBus · FlixBus
95926 · 51121Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 699 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price | £127 Average Price | £187 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Lille:
A coach is £79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Lille costing on average £117.
A coach is £89 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Lille costing on average £127.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Coach takes on average 10h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Lille coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3162 · 50285 | 4:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h10 | 15:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3162 · 1663 | 4:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h10 | 15:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h40 | 18:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3160 · 51803 | 7:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 14h35 | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h45 | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
95920 · 50448 | 13:25 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 12h10 | 1:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h05 | 1:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:15 Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 14h35 | 9:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h15 | 9:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
95930 · 1563 | 21:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h00 | 10:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
4004 · 51121 | 23:59 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h46 | 11:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
95926 · 51121 | 0:05 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h40 | 11:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:25 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 11h35 | 12:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h10 | 13:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h25 | 15:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Lille run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 699 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 699 km |
Average bus duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Lille by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Lille buses use the Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking). Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont). ATMs are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Bus stop accessible for wheelchairs.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
Lille, Gare Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Gare Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Express (in the station), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Gare Europe.
Available at Lille, Gare Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Gare Europe: Elevators, ramps.
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