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Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Lille
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
11 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
11 h 42 m
Buses on 17 Sept
3
Distance
406 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Lille will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Fast coaches
To travel from Bristol to Lille you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:0011h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:15Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£371One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus17:4011h35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)6:15Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:1512h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)16:30Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£441One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:0011h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:15Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£371One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus17:4011h35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)6:15Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:1512h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)16:30Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach for Bristol to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 10h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, while a coach costs an average of £67.
Distance: 406 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£67 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 33m Average total duration Fastest 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Lille is a coach with an average price of £67.
The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 3m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bristol and Lille.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £67 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.65. The journey takes 10h 3m versus 5h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Bristol to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Lille coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 12h15 | 16:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 11h15 | 4:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 11h35 | 6:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Lille.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Lille
United Kingdom
France
Buses from Bristol to Lille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 406 km distance in 11h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 406 km |
Average bus duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Bristol to LilleYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
11h 15m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£36
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Complete guide to Lille
Things to do in Lille
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
- Recommended
Musée de l'Hospice Comtesse
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
- Recommended
LaM
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
- Must visit
Vieux-Lille
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
- Must visit
Place du Général-de-Gaulle
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
- Recommended
Parc de la Citadelle
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
Carbonade flamande
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
- Gluten-free
Poulet au Maroilles
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
- Vegetarian
Tarte au Maroilles
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Le Braque
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Estaminet 'T Rijsel
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Maison Méert
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
ilévia
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.00
- Day pass
- €5.20
To the city centre
Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Buy tickets before boarding when possible; the ilévia app and machines are the safest official options.
- Lille Europe and Lille Flandres are walkable from each other, so rail arrivals can often continue on foot into the centre.
FAQs: Bristol to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Lille can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Lille is £67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Lille is 11h 15m to travel the 406 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Lille leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Lille leaves at 22:55.
There are 2 coaches a day from Bristol to Lille which require at least one change with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Lille, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Lille. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Lille and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate . When arriving in Lille , you can end your route in coach stations like Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Lille from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Lille is November.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bristol and Lille.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Lille:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Lille for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Lille depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Lille.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Lille:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Lille:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bristol to Lille. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Lille with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Lille with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Lille with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Lille
Most Bristol to Lille buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Lille
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · £2 · every ~156 min
Which Lille station do buses from Bristol arrive at?
Buses from Bristol to Lille arrive at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe). Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)Boulevard de Turin, 59000 Lille, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) from Lille city centre
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
BusL5, N1 · 8m · £2 · every ~20 min
L5, N1 · 10m · £2 · every ~20 min
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) bus station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
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